Katy Ajer

Background

About Katy Ajer

I am a community-oriented and culturally competent professional with over 15 years working to reduce health inequities domestically and internationally. I have worked in direct service programs and for the past 5 years have managed a $15 million grant portfolio supporting international development work in health, livelihoods, food security, education, peace and reconciliation, and disaster preparedness. I have experience working with organizations in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, and Europe. My background demonstrates a dedication to quality work that supports individuals and local communities in access to knowledge, resources, and advocacy for systemic changes driving inequities. I’m best known for- Making sound decisions that take into account the larger strategic picture and the realities of implementation while maintaining flexibility for change as new information is received - Creating informal and formal spaces for collaboration that have resulted in efficiencies, clarity of roles, and standardization in office procedures - Effectively rolling out the use of new tools to staff and grantees - Maximizing the impact of projects, ensuring grants meet strategy goals, and assisting in setting goals, developing strategies, and prioritizing investment areas - Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and projects simultaneously, proactively resolve issues, consistently exceed established goals, and interact effectively with all support staff and management levels. Developing solid, trusting relationships, with community resources, internal and external groups, and organization executives