Malcolm Temple

About Malcolm Temple

I’m a strategic problem-solver passionate about turning complexity into clarity and impact. With a global career spanning the U.S. Department of State, the United Nations, and a global advisory firm, I bring deep cross-sector experience in project management, strategic communications, and international development.At the U.S. State Department, I coordinate with 100+ global partners to manage complex grant portfolios, streamline compliance and reporting workflows, and deliver data-driven insights that shape foreign assistance.Prior to this, I served as a Senior Consultant at APCO, advising Fortune 500 companies, governments, and nonprofits on high-stakes challenges—helping them navigate issues at the intersection of policy, reputation, and impact. I also managed humanitarian and development programs with the International Organization for Migration and World Food Programme, delivering multimillion-dollar solutions that supported global missions in public policy, migration, and social impact.I thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments and take pride in delivering tailored strategies that drive change—whether through corporate advisory, global affairs, or strategic storytelling. Outside of my client work, I write about innovation and social impact across Africa and the Global South.Specialties: Cross-Functional Project Management | Strategic Communications (Marketing, Reputation, Public Affairs, Thought Leadership)| Stakeholder Engagement | Global Affairs | Public Policy | Process Optimization | Grants Management | Research & Analytics | Compliance | Generative AI

Experience

1. Grants Management Specialist (Mil Corp Contractor)

   U.S. Department Of State

   Jul 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Coordinate with 150+ global partners, ensuring clear communications on compliance, funding, and U.S. foreign aid policies. Monitor performance, provide strategic planning, and translate complex and sensitive information into actionable guidance for diverse internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with internal auditing teams, contract officers, and interagency partners to align risk management and compliance strategies with regulations and organizational objectives. Support policy development and program implementation through thoughtful coordination and data-driven insights. Developed and maintained a Foreign Tax Reporting tracking system, reducing project timelines by 20% and improving interdepartmental reporting workflows. Led the closeout of 100+ grants, de-obligating over $15.8M in federal funds and enabling resources to be reallocated to other high-impact projects.

Education

• Ithaca College

  Bachelor's in Culture and Communications, Communication and Media Studies

• Ithaca College

  Bachelor of Arts in Culture and Communication

• Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador

  Study Abroad, Quito, Ecuador

• Princeton University

  Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute

• Harvard Kennedy School

  Master in Public Policy

Skills

• Research
• Spanish
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Community Outreach
• French
• Public Speaking