Najja e Brown

About Najja e Brown

Over 35 years of experience in human resources (HR) management and development in the following industries: housing, transportation, healthcare, and human and social services; public, private and non-profit sectors; and union and non-union environments. Human resources positions include director/manager, strategic partner, business partner manager, and consultant. I consult, advise, coach, and train leadership on HR strategies, best practices and responsibilities. I possess excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Yield To The King Ministry

   Jun 2015 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Executive leader of Yield to the King Ministry (Y2K Ministry). Direct human resources, administration, and finance divisions. Report to board of directors.LEADERSHIP:~ Report to the Board of Directors and oversee board and committee meetings.~ Direct day-to-day executive leadership functions of the organization.~ Participate in anti-hunger coalition and homelessness prevention community efforts, meetings and events.~ Establish and maintain community-based partnerships with various organizations, agencies, churches, businesses, and government entities.~ Handle public relations to increase the overall visibility of the agency throughout the community.FINANCE:~ Establish and manage operating budget, which consists of private and corporate donors, grant funding, and raised funds.~ Cultivate donor relationships and advise the fundraising committee.~ Approve and execute service contracts.ADMINISTRATIVE/HUMAN RESOURCES:~ Develop human resources policies and administrative guidelines.~ Establish and implement strategic marketing plans.~ Assess organizational risks and mitigate exposure.~ Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.~ Recruit, orient, and coordinate volunteers and board members.

Education

• City University of Seattle

  Graduate Certificate

  2002 — 2004

• University of Washington

  Bachelor's degree

• Seattle Central Community College

  American Sign Language

  2009 — 2011

• City University of Seattle

  Master's degree

  2002 — 2004

Skills

• Hris
• Onboarding
• Grievances
• Employee Training
• Recruiting
• Policy
• Leadership Development
• Executive Coaching
• Employee Relations
• Job Descriptions
• Employment Law
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Labor Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Handbooks
• Legal Compliance
• Employee Benefits
• Human Resources
• Program Management
• Workforce Planning
• Employee Engagement
• Training
• Nonprofits
• Personnel Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Risk Management
• Career Counseling
• Benefits Administration
• Healthcare
• Performance Appraisal
• Leadership
• HR Policies
• Talent Acquisition
• Coaching
• Flsa
• Technical Recruiting
• Deferred Compensation
• New Hire Orientations
• Outlook
• Performance Management