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Sianeh Kirby

Summary

Strategic program officer with demonstrated expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and social impact initiatives. Skilled at synthesizing complex information, developing creative solutions, and driving cross-functional collaboration across diverse sectors. Adept at managing multiple high-priority projects, crafting strategic recommendations, and optimizing program outcomes through analytical insights and proactive problem-solving.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

AI Senior Evaluator - Project Coordination

Cynet Systems
04.2024 - Current

Company Overview: contracted with Global Logic and their client, a Fortune 10 company

  • Optimize and evaluate 40-50 weekly tasks for AI compliance, enhancing data quality
  • Foster team synergy through consensus meetings, aligning AI evaluation approaches and partnering to optimize project data quality and timeliness
  • Regularly evaluate the data used by AI systems to ensure its accuracy, consistency, and completeness
  • This involves identifying and addressing any missing, outdated, or erroneous data that could affect the quality of AI predictions and output
  • Adapt and execute on swift changes to project policies
  • Identify AI violations and provide actionable feedback, leading to measurable performance enhancements

Market Research Officer

3B Realty & Associates LLC
08.2022 - 03.2024
  • Led the company's internship program, fostering collaboration among interns and developing metrics to guide their performance and progress
  • Reduced report preparation time by 40% by implementing standardized templates and processes
  • Conducted comprehensive market research, leveraging data-driven insights to guide strategic stakeholder or client buying decisions and enhance program effectiveness
  • Generated monthly insights reports with over five actionable recommendations, directly influencing strategic planning
  • Identified and secured new funding opportunities through strategic research, resulting in successful grant acquisitions and enhanced program sustainability
  • Researched and identified grant opportunities to support business development and drive company growth

Research Analyst

Kids Alive International
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Translated over 25 technical documents between French and English, ensuring accurate communication of safeguarding practices
  • Coordinated with international stakeholders to achieve high engagement and foster new collaborations
  • Facilitated effective communication of safeguarding practices across three program sites through precise document translation
  • Identified and secured new funding opportunities through strategic research, resulting in successful grant acquisitions and enhanced program sustainability
  • Gained expertise in various analytical tools such as SQL, Python, R, or Tableau to improve data processing capabilities effectively.

Research and Data Governance Officer

Telos Governance Advisers LLC
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Analyzed over 500 data points across multiple governance projects to support evidence-based decision-making while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality
  • Fostered strategic partnerships with senior stakeholders, honing professional communication skills and contributing to team success
  • Developed three data governance frameworks that enhanced data quality and improved decision-making processes
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships with senior stakeholders, contributing to team success through effective communication
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Program Monitoring Intern

The Near East Foundation
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Improved overall project efficiency through constant evaluation of existing monitoring systems and procedures.
  • Evaluated agricultural program M&E reports and refined Theories of Change to improve outcome measurement and overall effectiveness
  • Implemented three evaluation frameworks tracking over 20 sustainability indicators, fostering sustainable practices and community growth
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Graduate Research Assistant

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Contributed to the production of high-impact reports and academic documents by providing essential research and writing support, ensuring improved report accuracy and depth through meticulous data coding
  • Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
  • Developed and implemented research methodologies, which enhanced data collection processes and bolstered the accuracy of academic publications
  • Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.

Education

Master of Arts - International Relations

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
12-2018

Skills

  • Program monitoring and evaluation
  • Project management and development
  • Project planning
  • Capacity building
  • Research and analysis
  • Grant management
  • Stakeholder analysis and engagement
  • Data collection and interpretation
  • Proposal writing
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Expertise in Google workspace
  • Time management abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Excellent communication

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

AI Senior Evaluator - Project Coordination

Cynet Systems
04.2024 - Current

Market Research Officer

3B Realty & Associates LLC
08.2022 - 03.2024

Research Analyst

Kids Alive International
12.2021 - 06.2022

Research and Data Governance Officer

Telos Governance Advisers LLC
08.2020 - 05.2021

Program Monitoring Intern

The Near East Foundation
05.2020 - 08.2020

Graduate Research Assistant

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University
08.2019 - 05.2020

Master of Arts - International Relations

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Georgia State University
Sianeh Kirby