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Maria Rebecca Abu-Ghannam

Vienna

Summary

Dedicated Program Specialist with extensive experience in public relations and non-profit initiatives. Led multifaith collaborations at INOVA Hospitals, enhancing staff education on diverse challenges and fostering partnerships that secured community grants. Developed strong relationships with stakeholders during international work with Muslim Aid USA, driving impactful humanitarian efforts.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Specialist

Muslim Aid USA
McLean
2021 - 02.2026

*Coordinated program activities to support community development initiatives.

*Conducted research on local needs to inform program strategies and improvements

*Monitored program compliance with organizational policies and best practices.

*Developed training materials for staff on program implementation and best practices.

*Identified opportunities to improve or enhance program initiatives and operations.

*Managed communication between team members and external partners effectively.

*Evaluated project proposals

*Conducted project site evaluations and assessments.

*Developed and delivered educational and informational presentations on program initiatives.

*Maintained comprehensive databases of participants, activities, and outcomes for reporting purposes.

*Analyzed data to assess program impact and to guide strategic planning.

*Implemented tracking systems for participant engagement, enhancing program effectiveness.

*Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.

*Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency and costs.

*Provided guidance to new staff members about their roles and responsibilities within the organization's programming framework.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
05-1992

Skills

  • Program evaluation
  • Proposal evaluation
  • Performance assessments
  • Data management
  • Report preparation
  • SOP development
  • Strategic planning
  • Sustainability planning
  • Continuous improvement
  • Disaster planning
  • Problem identification
  • Analytical thinking
  • Presentation skills
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

  • Pendant of recognition from INOVA for volunteering 100 hrs. as a chaplain

Timeline

Program Specialist

Muslim Aid USA
2021 - 02.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Nova Southeastern University
Maria Rebecca Abu-Ghannam