Career record

Experience

Aug 2023 – May 2026

Peace Corps

Senior Budget Analyst, Office of the Chief Financial Officer

Advocated for resource needs with OMB and Congress for a $410M operating budget, generated enterprise-wide Foreign Assistance reporting for publication, and partnered with domestic offices on execution.

Partnered with program and executive stakeholders as a strategic advisor to drive development and execution of a $410M annual budget aligned to organizational priorities.
Led and tracked multiple agency-wide initiatives, ensuring timely execution, clear accountability, and measurable outcomes.
Supported the financial planning and performance management cadence with executive-ready analysis, forecasting, and resource allocation recommendations.
Utilized Oracle financial systems for budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.

Oct 2022 – Aug 2023

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Budget Formulation and Analysis Branch Chief, Office of Facilities and Asset Management

Led a branch of five supporting CBP's program authority for capital construction, leasing, real estate, energy, vehicles, and asset management.

Served as senior thought partner to leadership, translating complex financial and operational data into executive-level briefings and recommendations.
Directed a team of analysts supporting strategic planning, budget formulation, and executive reporting.
Led cross-functional collaboration with internal and external partners to advocate for resources and align priorities.
Supported executive communications through concise presentations, briefing materials, and decision memos.

Aug 2020 – Oct 2022

Department of State

Budget Formulation Branch Chief, Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources for Public Diplomacy

Inaugural Branch Chief for a $648M operating budget with 5 staff, establishing operating cadence, governance processes, and cross-functional coordination for requests to OMB and Congress.

Led planning for key leadership meetings, reviews, and strategic budget cycles.
Acted as liaison between senior leadership, overseas posts, and internal partners to align execution with strategic objectives.
Supported implementation of a Salesforce-based strategic planning and financial management platform using agile project management principles.

Apr 2018 – Aug 2020

USAID Office of Inspector General

Financial Resources Division Director, Office of Management

Directed a $77M operating budget and a team of one supervisor and four staff through federal formulation, justification, execution, and review.

Partnered with executive leadership to support data-informed decision making through budget execution, variance analysis, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
Supported agency oversight and governance functions.
Led high-performing teams through coaching, performance management, and leadership development.
Awarded for development and implementation of an FTE planning tool.

Aug 2016 – Apr 2018

Department of State

Program Analyst, Bureau of International Organization Affairs

Drafted position papers and coordinated funding support for a portfolio of multilateral organizations, including the United Nations.

Reviewed financial documentation for compliance with governance and budget policy requirements.
Produced monthly executive reports highlighting risks, variances, and performance trends.

Mar 2014 – Aug 2016

Department of State

Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget and Planning

Worked with portfolio stakeholders to define and justify resource requirements to the Department, OMB, and Congress.

Built strong working relationships with external stakeholders and senior leaders to manage competing priorities.
Supported leadership through financial analysis, conflict resolution, and resource alignment.

Jan 2005 – Mar 2014

Peace Corps

Budget Analyst, Office of the Chief Financial Officer

Supported overseas posts across the Europe, Mediterranean, and Asia region on a $56M operating budget through the full federal budget process.

Developed agency-wide policy guidance, technical reports, and training supporting financial integrity and governance.
Served as Acting Director of Management and Operations overseas in the Kyrgyz Republic and Ukraine, managing an average of 15 staff in high-pressure environments.