Malika Kidd

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About Malika Kidd

Guide criminal justice agencies, nonprofits, and reentry providers in developing and implementing education, workforce, and subsidized employment programs Deliver technical assistance to government agencies and nonprofits through virtual sessions, site visits, and ongoing consultation to improve reentry education and employment outcomes Supervise and coach policy analysts and staff, supporting their professional development and ensuring effective technical assistance delivery Develop clear, concise policy briefs, reports, and tools that highlight program challenges, innovations, and lessons for policymakers, practitioners, and funders Coordinate and participate in webinars, conferences, and training events with government officials, advocates, funders, and national experts on reentry and criminal justice reform Collaborate on long-term strategy, monitor project timelines and budgets, and engage field experts to advance CSG Justice Center’s reentry and economic mobility goals Led quality improvement initiatives, managed partner relationships, and oversaw compliance with accrediting bodies to maintain and expand program certifications Directed curriculum development for new certificate and degree programs, created annual staff training calendars, and ensured ongoing validation by the American Culinary Federation Supervised full-time staff and instructors, conducted performance evaluations, provided professional development, and managed timekeeping Managed program budgets, controlled expenses across multiple workforce programs, and contributed to financial reporting and budget planning Administered training contracts, cultivated funder relationships, and led grant and contract reporting efforts while supporting marketing and fundraising activities Collaborated across departments on housing plans, policy advocacy, strategic planning, and enterprise projects to advance workforce development for justice-impacted participants