Margo Autran

International Program Manager | Bridging People, Processes, & Systems for Impact

Role
Program Manager - Workplace Environment, Information, and Learning at Usda Forest Service
Location
San Diego, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Margo Autran

As a mission-driven Project and Program Management professional, I thrive at the…

Experience

  1. Program Manager - Workplace Environment, Information, and Learning

    Usda Forest Service

    Nov 2022 — Present

    Advised the Bangladesh-based country team on knowledge management by assessing existing systems and processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing a new file storage system that improved team efficiency and information accessibility.Advised the Mexico-based country team on office operations by developing a comprehensive manual, mapping country-specific procedures, and streamlining workflows, resulting in improved operational efficiency.Managed program budgets totaling over ensuring accurate fund allocation, financial forecasting, and compliance with donor policies, leading to improved budget efficiency and reporting.Coordinated a three-week International Seminar on Protected Area Management for 18 participants from 14 countries, planning logistics and field visits to Glacier National Park and Lolo National Forest, enhancing experiential learning and cross-sector collaboration.Designed and facilitated a six-week Country Coordinator Cohort Curriculum for 59 participants across 40 countries, strengthening leadership, communication, and operational skills.Created and distributed The Forest Flyer, a quarterly newsletter reaching 400+ staff, enhancing internal communication and knowledge sharing by curating relevant organizational updates and resources.Enhanced accessibility and usability of organizational web-based services, including the internal staff website and application, streamlining information retrieval and improving staff engagement by 29%.Enhanced staff growth and alignment with organizational goals by designing eight competency self-assessments and 15 annual performance and development plans tailored to entry, mid, and senior-level roles.Developed onboarding materials, including a New Employee Welcome Email, New Employee Checklist, supervisor guides, and two instructional videos to streamline the onboarding process.

Education

  • Texas A&M University - The Bush School of Government and Public Service

    Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)

    2016 — 2018

  • Texas A&M University

    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

    2013 — 2016

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