Megan McAllister
Magnolia
Summary
Dynamic program director with a proven track record at Southern Arkansas University, adept in financial management and organizational leadership. Successfully optimized budget allocation and enhanced program effectiveness through rigorous evaluation methods. Skilled in volunteer management, fostering collaboration, and empowering teams to achieve ambitious goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SAU+AmeriCorps State and National Program Director
Southern Arkansas University
10.2024 - Current
- Optimized budget allocation to maximize program impact while adhering to strict financial guidelines and constraints.
- Implemented rigorous evaluation methods to assess program effectiveness, leading to continuous improvement efforts.
- Strengthened inter-departmental communication channels, facilitating better collaboration on cross-functional projects and initiatives.
- Developed new opportunities for expansion by identifying untapped markets or regions where our services could have significant impact.
Administrative Specialist-VPSA
Southern Arkansas University
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Safeguarded sensitive information through the proper handling of confidential documents and secure storage methods.
- Handled mail, packages, emails, document transmissions and other types of data with both manual and automated tracking strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and professional responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Expedited project completion times by effectively prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.
Team Leader
Faith and Freedom Coalition
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Regional Field Representative
Don Huffines Campaign
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Coordinated volunteer efforts by ensuring access to necessary materials for campaign initiatives.
- Leveraged specialized software to engage voters through targeted calls and texts.
- Managed office operations to maintain a well-organized and efficient work environment.
Canvasser
Faith and Freedom Coalition
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Raised awareness for key political campaigns by distributing informative materials and engaging in persuasive conversations with residents.
- Maintained a positive attitude and high energy levels throughout long hours of door-to-door outreach, contributing to team morale.
- Improved campaign visibility by strategically placing promotional materials throughout the community.
- Collectively knocked over 20,000 doors in the Waco area
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Baylor University
Waco, TX05-2023
Skills
- Training facilitation
- Policy analysis
- Government relations
- Volunteer management
- Proposal writing
- Organizational leadership
- Customer service experience
- Recruitment and hiring
- Financial management
Accomplishments
- Top Graduate of Leadership Institute's Youth Leadership School
- Graduate of Heritage Foundation's Young Leaders Program
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
SAU+AmeriCorps State and National Program Director
Southern Arkansas University
10.2024 - Current
Administrative Specialist-VPSA
Southern Arkansas University
08.2023 - 10.2024
Team Leader
Faith and Freedom Coalition
08.2022 - 11.2022
Regional Field Representative
Don Huffines Campaign
01.2021 - 03.2021
Canvasser
Faith and Freedom Coalition
08.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Public Administration -
Southern Arkansas University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Baylor University
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