Samantha Alvis
I help organizations solve problems and make connections between and with people and data | Higher Education | Community Engagement | Workforce Development | Youth Empowerment
- Role
- Senior Program Manager Education & Youth Workforce Development Asia Bureau at USAID
- Location
- College Park, MD, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Samantha Alvis
With over a decade of experience shaping global higher education strategy, workforce development, and cross-sector partnerships, I specialize in driving large-scale initiatives that bridge education, industry, and policy. My expertise lies in leading multi-million-dollar programs, managing global research agendas, and building stakeholder-driven solutions that create measurable impact. Strategic Leadership & Thought Leadership I’ve led global initiatives that inform policy, research, and workforce alignment, overseeing $400M+ in funding across 30+ countries. Whether designing education policy frameworks, launching knowledge-sharing platforms, or advising on workforce development strategies, I ensure that research translates into actionable impact. Cross-Sector Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement From higher education institutions to government agencies, corporate leaders, and NGOs, I’ve built partnerships that drive innovation and sustainability. I’ve co-created scholarship programs, advised on youth workforce strategies, and led flagship international education initiatives that serve thousands of students and professionals worldwide. Knowledge Management & Data-Driven Decision Making I’ve developed industry-first toolkits, research initiatives, and global learning networks that inform decision-making across sectors. From launching the Higher Education Evidence Summit (1,600+ attendees) to developing USAID’s first framework for measuring higher education learning outcomes, I ensure organizations leverage data and insights for strategic growth. Now exploring opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in higher education, policy, and strategic leadership to drive innovation, impact, and operational excellence. Open to speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, and leadership roles in corporate learning & development, workforce strategy, nonprofit leadership, and higher education views expressed are my own and not necessarily that of the U.S. government or any agency
Experience
Senior Program Manager Education & Youth Workforce Development Asia Bureau
Aug 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Education
Texas A&M University
Ph.D.
2010 — 2016
University of Arizona
Masters of Science
2002 — 2004
University of Arizona
Masters of Science
Texas A&M University
Bush School
2010 — 2013
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
1998 — 2002
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