Ryan Plourde

About Ryan Plourde

Experienced sport for good professional with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit program management space. Skilled in partnership development, program management and design, sales, youth programs, program strategy, international relations, and youth development. Strong operations and program management professional with a MIS focused in International Relations and Affairs from American University School of International Service.

Experience

1. Senior Program Officer- International Sports, Cultural, and Youth Programs

   FHI 360

   Oct 2017 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Handle all program logistics, including; flights, accommodations, ground transportation, meetings and trainings, visas, and scheduling- Liaise with U.S. Department of State Sports Diplomacy staff- Safeguarding lead for all programs and staff- responsible for staff training, policy development and implementation, communication, and reporting- Identify, develop, and foster relationships with strategic partners in the United States and abroad to develop local programs and ensure consistent program growth- Lead sports-based trainings for youth, coaches, and sports administrators- Develop pre-departure materials and detailed program schedules- Accompany delegations throughout their travel in the United States, while handling all logistics, program facilitation, partner relationships, and participant needs- Develop and implement a media and marketing plan that includes, but is not limited to, program branding, strategy, websites, blog posts, and social media- Manage all program monitoring, evaluation, and learning objectives (MEL)- Supervise Program Associate activities on assigned projects- Monitor and manage program budget for Sports Visitor Program- Directly coordinate with U.S. Embassies and Consulates from more than 40 countries around the world- Manage Junior staff members- Develop and steward strategic program partnerships that include government entities, community organizations, sports-based non-profits, professional sports leagues and teams, sports federations, and youth programs.

Education

• American University School of International Service

  Masters, International Relations and Affairs

  2017 — 2019

• University of Redlands

  Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business

  2001 — 2005

• Universidad Pompeu Fabra

  International Business

  2003 — 2003

Skills

• Youth Development
• Youth Mentoring
• Adventure Travel
• Organic Farming
• Public Speaking
• Sales
• Grant Writing
• Nonprofits
• Writing
• International Relations
• Intercollegiate Athletics
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Youth Programs
• Outdoor Education
• Volunteer Management
• International Development
• Event Planning
• Athletics