Latara Evans
Nassau
Summary
To be in a supportive work environment that will allow me to display my interpersonal skills and acquire new ones.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PROGRAM RECRUITER
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT BAHAMAS
06.2022 - Current
- Assist with the planning and execution of all JA Bahamas events, activities and Programmes
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
EDUCATION ADVISER
EDUCATION USA-BTVI
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Promoted US Higher education by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities to study at accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
STUDENT ADVISER
BAHAMAS TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided career and job counseling to students.
- Organized workshops for students focusing on essential skills such as time management, study techniques, and stress reduction.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of individual student interactions and outcomes, utilizing data-driven insights to inform future advising approaches.
- Streamlined the advising process by implementing new software tools, enhancing efficiency and communication between advisors and students.
FIELD ADVISER
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION-PADF
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided cash ($10,000 monthly) based assistance to persons identified as Asylum Seekers.
- Case management of 32 asylum seekers (renewal of refugee certificates, interviewing refugees to determine status) and counseling persons of concern.
- Engagement of IOM and political specialists at US Embassy to assist in the advocating of relevant government officials for a clear path for those seeking asylum.
- School placement and care of 5 refugee children
COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANIISATION-PADF
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Led and Implemented the STEM for Oceans Bahamas Program at the Great Harbor Cay Comprehensive School on behalf of Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (Program Donor).
- Designed and carried out an inner city camp to introduce 100 underprivileged children to STEM education.
- Processed all invoices and payments for program activities.
- Hosted the community to events (PTA meetings and final event) on the advantages of STEM Education in today’s world.
COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION-PADF
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Planned, organized, and presented at workshops on the islands of Cat Island, Andros, Exuma, Harbour Island and Long Island on the topic of GBV in schools, civic organizations, community groups, church groups.
- Appeared on national radio, YouTube, and T.V with relevant stakeholders speaking on the issue of Domestic Violence.
- Planned and organized training seminars (4 @ police Headquarters) for more than 80 police officers from all major family islands and Nassau in domestic violence response.
- Provided training (over 2 days) of 30 Medical staff of the A&E Department of PMH in their response to victims of Domestic Violence.
- v Collaborated with several NGO’s and Government Ministries highlighting the importance of Healthy relationships in order to advance program goals and objectives.
Education
Voices GY Spanish for Beginners -
Universidad de Matanzas, One year of Spanish Studies-Cuba -
North Andros High School-High School Diploma -
CERTIFICATE - Grant Writing And Proposal Development
BAHAMAS TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
NASSAU BAHAMAS10.2023
CERTIFICATE - Project Management Basics
JA AMERICAS
08.2023
National Youth Leaders ‘Certification Course -
National Youth Leaders ‘Certification Course
NASSAU BAHAMAS05.2023
Project Management Basics-JA Americas -
08.2022
CERTIFICATE - SPANISH
Voices GY Spanish For Beginners
ONLINE06.2020
CERTIFICATE - STEM FOR OCEANS BAHAMS
MOCC
ONLINE12.2018
CERTIFICATE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Bahamas Baptist College
NASSAU BAHAMAS06.2013
QUICKBOOKS PRO
COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS
NASSAU BAHAMAS01.2007
SPANISH STUDIES
UNIVERSIDAD DE MATANZAS
MATANZAS CUBA06.2001
Associate of Arts - SOCIAL WORK
COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS
NASSAU BAHAMAS06.1997
High School Diploma -
NORTH ANDROS HIGH SCHOOL
NORTH ANDROS,ANDROS BAHAMAS06.1994
Skills
- Computer literate
- MS Word
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Good writing Skills
- Very approachable
- Works well with others
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Boating
- Camping
- Watching Historical documentaries
READING,WRITING SHORT STORIES,HIKING AND CAMPING
I enjoy reading historical documentaries and writing short fictional stories . I enjoy hiking nature trails and camping outdoors.
Timeline
PROGRAM RECRUITER
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT BAHAMAS
06.2022 - Current
EDUCATION ADVISER
EDUCATION USA-BTVI
09.2021 - 06.2022
STUDENT ADVISER
BAHAMAS TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
09.2021 - 06.2022
FIELD ADVISER
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION-PADF
09.2019 - 08.2021
COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANIISATION-PADF
10.2018 - 08.2019
COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE
PAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION-PADF
07.2017 - 02.2018
Voices GY Spanish for Beginners -
Universidad de Matanzas, One year of Spanish Studies-Cuba -
North Andros High School-High School Diploma -
CERTIFICATE - Grant Writing And Proposal Development
BAHAMAS TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
CERTIFICATE - Project Management Basics
JA AMERICAS
National Youth Leaders ‘Certification Course -
National Youth Leaders ‘Certification Course
Project Management Basics-JA Americas -
CERTIFICATE - SPANISH
Voices GY Spanish For Beginners
CERTIFICATE - STEM FOR OCEANS BAHAMS
MOCC
CERTIFICATE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Bahamas Baptist College
QUICKBOOKS PRO
COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS
SPANISH STUDIES
UNIVERSIDAD DE MATANZAS
Associate of Arts - SOCIAL WORK
COLLEGE OF THE BAHAMAS
High School Diploma -
NORTH ANDROS HIGH SCHOOL
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