Artee Perumal

Experience

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  Vera Institute of Justice

  Jul 2010 - Sept 2015

  Conduct research on prospects, including individuals, corporations, business, philanthropy and foundations Identify donors and sources of donor informationOversee data entry for gifts, pledges and grants, and donor reports including background information. Track donor relationships and activities in our database and other management toolsCoordinate with fiscal team to track incoming donations and prepare financial, contacts and giving reports Compile, track and maintain information that enables the frontline fundraisers to make informed and strategic business decisions about donors and prospectsSupport the President, senior staff, and Board of Trustees in all development initiatives and other activities assigned to development Assisted in planning and organizing strategic planning initiative for the new mission and vision of the Institute Assist in the coordination of fundraising events, including annual benefit and donor cultivation events Maintain mailing, guest lists, gather and prepare registration materials, and liaised with event consultantsLiaise with communications team to maintain and regularly update development raised pages of the website and email communications Prepare and coordinate donor communications and mailings including acknowledgements letters Support and execute end of year appeal via direct mail and online communications Show less • Project support: administrative support (copies, meeting notes), and analyze various departmental operations to identify and implement operational efficiencies, when appropriate • Bibliography and literature reviews: remained current on project-related literature with frequent scans of relevant scholarly databases and media outlets, synthesized most pertinent content for the team• Data management: expert data entry, cleaning and recoding; Data collection/analysis – quantitative: Excel (intermediate), SPSS (basic), basic data analysis• Data collection/analysis – qualitative: draft data collection instruments, take notes at focus groups and interviews, assist in analyzing focus groups, interviews, data and conducted case file reviews.• Reports and presentations: write outlines and first drafts of research reports; help prepare charts, graphs and presentations for meetings and events• Grant writing: prepare appendices for grant proposals Show less

  • Development Coordinator

    Sept 2014 - Sept 2015

  • Research Assistant

    Jul 2010 - Aug 2014
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  New York City Department of Consumer Affairs

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2018

  The Paid Care Division is dedicated to defending the rights of paid care workers (nannies, housecleaners, and home health aides), improving the quality of paid care jobs, and strengthening the paid care system. We support paid care workers in NYC through:Public outreach and education to inform workers about their rights and the availability of City resources.Enforcement and complaint intake and referral to address workplace violations at the local, state, and federal levels.Research and policy development on worker demographics, working conditions and industry standards, employer compliance with workplace laws, and the effectiveness of worker cooperatives.As the Paid Care Advocate, I lead a multidisciplinary effort, consisting of outreach and education, legal services, enforcement, research, and policy development for the Paid Care Division. Show less • Contributed to the Division’s public outreach programs designed to provide educational materials to community groups • Prepared reports to review and evaluate the Division’s community outreach program performance• Made recommendations to improve existing policies and procedures, such as proposing new outreach and education efforts targeted to vulnerable populations • Represented the Agency at events or other related outreach initiatives • Provided accurate and detailed information at outreach events about Office of Labor Policy and Standards’ Laws (OLPS)and Initiatives and complete information for detailed data entries/performance measurements• Supported Deputy Commissioner, Senior Management and External Affairs to identify outreach opportunities for the Division• Prepared outreach reports and budget management documents to assist Division’s leadership• Trained the division staff about OLPS Laws and Initiatives • Supervised and quality assure data in Commuter Benefits Database and Outreach Database• Provided written and verbal responses to public inquiries in a timely and professional manner• Ensure data integrity and coordinate with different units to address problems • Followed up as necessary with internal and external stakeholders• Planned and participated in outreach events, such as business walks, community board meetings, and precinct meetings • Planned and coordinated with community group leaders to help educate the public about OLPS Laws and Initiatives • Interacted with sister agencies and community based organizations to build relationships within targeted populations and groups. • Assisted with creation of performance metrics and reporting requirements for OLPS outreach• Contributed to the creation and planning of an OLPS database and reporting platform for internal and external uses Show less The Commuter Benefits Division is tasked with implementing and enforcing New York City’s Transit Benefits law which requires certain employers to offer their full-time employees the opportunity to use pre-tax earnings to purchase qualified transportation fringe benefits. The Commuter Benefits Division will conduct extensive outreach to educate employees and employers about the law; work with stakeholders throughout the City to ensure compliance; investigate and help resolve complaints filed by employees.• Collaborate with the Executive and Deputy Director in the development of the strategic plan for the Division• Assist with creation of performance metrics and reporting requirements • Contribute to the creation of a database and reporting platform for internal and external usesAnalysis & Oversight• Prepare reports and presentations using metrics and statistics from the database • Ensure data integrity and coordinate with different units to address problems • Perform intake of complaints, including initial information gathering • Maintain thorough documentation and records of client interactions• Assist with the delivery of client services by working directly with individuals and business to facilitate full adherence with the Commuter Benefits Law. Show less

  • Paid Care Advocate, Office of Labor Policy and Standards

    Feb 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Community Services Program Manager, Office of Labor Policy and Standards

    Apr 2016 - Feb 2017

  • Compliance Associate, Commuter Benefits Division

    Sept 2015 - Apr 2016
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  NYC Administration for Children's Services

  Jan 2019 - Mar 2022

  Quality Assurance & Improvement Specialist

  Office of Planning, Policy & PerformanceDivision of Youth and Family Justice Provided technical assistance and oversight for provider agencies implementing juvenile justice program models, assess and monitor timely development, quality practice, and assess program operations.Prepared evaluation reports by utilizing information obtained from: site visits, PAMS, staff interviews, record reviews and other data sources. Analyzed performance indicators and other statistical data concerning service delivery in juvenile justice programs to identify program specific and systemic strengths and weaknesses. Utilized data to create meaningful deliverables to ensure providers are held accountable to contract requirements.Project managed the development of a Close to Home’s Quality Assurance Standards and business processes. Contributed to the development of data collection systems, site visit tools and system development processes.Conducted compliance and qualitative reviews to assess the performance of provider agencies by reviewing records, conducting provider site visits, and conducting surveys and interviews concerning service quality. Developed written performance reports and other correspondence based on research, analysis, and assessments. Conducted regular meetings and conferences with provider agencies to discuss performance, reports and other key findings. Used a collaborative approach, provide guidance and oversee the development and implementation of improvement plans. Provided technical assistance in planning and implementation of juvenile justice programs by providing interpretation of policies and procedures to providers Show less

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  NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

  Mar 2022 - Dec 2023

  Senior Program Strategy Analyst

  Supporting the Office of The First Deputy Commissioner/Chief Equity Officer at NYCDOHMH. This Office is responsible for ensuring that agency priorities are fully operationalized by effectively and efficiently managing resources. The Office is charged with ensuring that administrative functions support all programmatic activities of the agency, both centrally and through divisional administrative unit. The Office will lead in operationalizing the Agency’s Equity Agenda and hardwiring policies that are equitable and just, with a goal to eliminate systemic injustices and discrimination, including racism. Show less

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  NYC Office of the Mayor

  Dec 2023 - now

  Senior Policy Advisor, Office of the First Deputy Mayor

  As a senior policy advisor for the Office of the First Deputy Mayor, my portfolio helps drive work in public safety and community partnerships. I help to lead the implementation of recommendations, develop and track action plans, and ensure meeting objectives are met. The lead liaison among agencies, community organizations, and other public and private partners with a particular focus on upstream causes of gun violence.Coordinating key projects (agency, inter-agency, and among community stakeholders) that advance the goals of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force.Quantitatively and qualitatively assess policy-related initiatives on an ongoing basis and make recommendations, presentations, and briefings to stakeholders and mayoral officials, making sure to communicate pertinent and sensitive information appropriately.Provide ongoing leadership and project management and oversee progress on implementation.Drive policy priorities through government and legislative processes.Originate and oversee the generation of project-related documents, including schedules, project plans, presentations, meeting agendas, minutes, and status reports.Represent the First Deputy Mayor’s Office at meetings with stakeholders, staff, and internal and external committees, etc., to develop and sustain positive relationships and networks, gather information, opinions, and attitudes, identify stakeholder needs, provide interpretation and clarification, develop response options, and generate cooperation and buy-in to policy initiatives.Analyze and make recommendations on special projects that raise issues and concerns. Show less