Kelsie Salarda

Experience

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  Olive Crest

  Aug 2012 - Aug 2013

  AmeriCorps VIP

  -Connected parents experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, and chemical dependency with resources, including temporary placement of children with volunteer host families-Developed organization and maintenance of volunteer infrastructure, including training and support-Documented progress of ongoing placements in database and produced monthly analytical reports of hosting placement -Facilitated partnerships with other non-profits for referrals and resources, maintaining strong bond of collaboration Show less

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  International Justice Mission

  Sept 2013 - Nov 2014

  Aftercare Intern

  -Revitalized aftercare programs for survivors of sex trafficking through creation, collection and analysis of survey-Conducted research for IJM partners on economic empowerment for clients in their job-readiness training program-Developed Memorandum of Agreement and literature review on best practices, referrals, counseling methods, and discharge between IJM and the first shelter in the Philippines designated specifically for male victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation. -Strengthened survivors of trafficking mentorship program by increasing number of mentor/mentees matched and designing new training on leadership and crisis intervention Show less

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  First Fruit, Inc.

  May 2015 - now

  I am responsible for developing the organization’s strategy, evaluating opportunities to get involved in projects, and making recommendations to the Board of Directors. I also manage staff, oversee research, and supervise consultants. I am responsible for developing and managing an annual operating budget to met set objectives. I interact with multiple stakeholders, from our board, staff, colleagues, and family office at varying levels. I am managing change, as I lead our organization through a strategic restructure, and generational transition. Show less Directed and managed a diverse portfolio of strategic grantmaking programs in the Global South, spanning multiple sectors, including leadership development, education, healthcare, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Developed grant guidelines and selection criteria aligned with the foundation's values and mission, ensuring effective allocation of funds and increased inclusion of grantee feedback. Implemented innovative grantmaking strategies and rigorous monitoring and evaluation processes, leading to a more sustainable and optimized grants management system and over $1M allocated toward locally led solutions for under-resourced communities. Show less

  • Executive Director

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Senior Program Officer

    Jan 2023 - Dec 2023

  • Program Officer

    Jan 2018 - Dec 2022

  • Program Associate

    May 2015 - Dec 2017