Jennifer H.
Contractor Project Manager @Institute Of Museum And Library Services
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WORK HISTORY
Contractor Project Manager @Institute Of Museum And Library Services
Contracted by IMLS to support planning, facilitation, and synthesis for a national convening focused on the Native American grant programs. Responsible for designing programmatic content that centers grantee voice, surfaces programmatic successes, and identifies opportunities to refine grantmaking strategy and objectives.Key Focus Areas & Early Contributions- Developing conference agendas and discussion frameworks in consultation with IMLS leadership to support reflective learning and grantee feedback- Designing and facilitating structured conversations focused on program scope, outcomes, and future direction- Coordinating program content and flow with the agency’s event planning contractor to ensure alignment between logistics and learning goals- Moderating and facilitating multi-day convening sessions, capturing qualitative insights from participants- Leading post-conference debriefs with agency staff and author a 5–10 page summary report synthesizing themes, insights, and recommendations to inform future program design- Supporting Native-focused grantmaking across OLS and OMS programs through administrative coordination and subject-matter expertise, ensuring continuity, accuracy, and cultural accountability in application processing.This work supports community-informed learning within federal grantmaking and reinforces the value of facilitation and reflection as tools for strengthening Native-focused programs.
EDUCATION
Fort Lewis College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Art/Art Studies, General
San José State University
Library and Information Science
Diné College
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
SKILLS
ABOUT JENNIFER H.
I’m a consultant and strategic advisor with more than 20 years of experience leading complex programs, stewarding multi-million-dollar budgets, and supporting institutional change across libraries, museums, archives, philanthropy, and federal grantmaking.My work centers Indigenous leadership, cultural authority, and community-defined priorities within public and philanthropic funding systems. I bring expertise in grant administration, financial oversight, program design, and evaluation, helping organizations translate values into accountable, effective practice.I operate at the intersection of strategy, finance, and facilitation. Whether designing equitable grant programs, advising funders on Native-focused initiatives, or supporting reflective learning through convenings and evaluation, my focus is on strengthening systems so they honor community knowledge and deliver meaningful, long-term impact.I currently support federal and philanthropic organizations through senior program leadership and contract-based advisory work, and I welcome engagements that advance Indigenous self-determination, cultural continuity, and accountable grantmaking.
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