Anastasia Lappou
Norwood
Summary
Public sector professional with extensive experience in program administration and compliance monitoring, focusing on community-based funding proposals. Proven track record in stakeholder collaboration and operational oversight, ensuring adherence to program requirements. Currently pursuing an MBA to further enhance strategic program management capabilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grant Review Committee Member
Massachusetts Community Health & Healthy Aging Funds (HRiA)
01.2026 - Current
- Selected to serve on a grant review committee responsible for evaluating community-based funding proposals.
- Reviewed grant applications, budgets, implementation plans, program goals, and anticipated community impact using established evaluation criteria and scoring rubrics.
- Prepared written evaluations and participated in collaborative funding recommendation discussions.
Volunteer Participant
Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters (JBBBS)
01.2019 - Current
- Engaged in structured community program to foster social connections, promote inclusion, and build relationships.
Board Secretary
Working Moms Playgroup
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated board communications, meeting scheduling, documentation, and organizational recordkeeping.
Program Coordinator / Lower-Level Manager
MINISTRY OF MIGRATION & ASYLUM
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Reviewed applications, supporting documentation, program reports, implementation materials, and funding-related records to ensure compliance with program requirements and objectives.
- Evaluated documentation submitted by funded organizations and service providers for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to established requirements.
- Monitored program implementation and tracked progress toward approved goals, deliverables, and performance objectives.
- Reviewed records, reports, applications, and supporting materials to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and support informed decision-making.
- Prepared reports, summaries, recommendations, and briefing materials for management regarding program performance and compliance.
- Provided guidance to stakeholders regarding reporting requirements, documentation standards, and program procedures.
- Collaborated with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, contractors, and community partners to support program implementation and problem resolution.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured adherence to applicable policies, procedures, and administrative requirements.
- Analyzed program data and performance information to support monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Supported administration and oversight of migration and asylum programs funded through national and European Union funding mechanisms, including AMIF-funded initiatives.
Employment Consultant
HELLENIC MANPOWER EMPLOYMENT ORGANIZATION (OAED / DYPA)
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Managed a high-volume caseload of individuals participating in government-funded employment and workforce development programs.
- Reviewed applications, eligibility documentation, supporting records, and program requirements to determine participant eligibility and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Evaluated participant qualifications and matched individuals with employment, training, and workforce development opportunities.
- Maintained detailed case records and program documentation to support reporting, accountability, and program compliance.
- Coordinated with employers, training providers, partner organizations, and government agencies regarding program participation and service delivery.
- Prepared reports and tracked program outcomes to support program evaluation and operational decision-making.
- Conducted workshops and informational sessions regarding workforce development programs, eligibility requirements, and available services.
- Ensured adherence to established policies, procedures, and administrative requirements while managing multiple priorities in a high-volume public sector environment.
- Managed a high-volume caseload of individuals participating in government-funded employment and workforce development programs.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA02-2027
Graduate Coursework - Computer Science
University of the Aegean
GreeceBachelor of Science - Physical Education & Sport Science
Democritus University of Thrace
GreeceSkills
- Grants compliance
- Grant compliance
- Proposal review
- Program evaluation
- Program coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Grant administration
- Report analysis
- Data reporting
- Document management
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Problem solving
Certification
- Google AI Fundamentals, Google / Coursera, 06/01/26
- Microsoft Office Specialist Professional Certificate, Microsoft / Coursera, In Progress
- Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Professional Certificate, Microsoft / Coursera, Planned
Timeline
Grant Review Committee Member
Massachusetts Community Health & Healthy Aging Funds (HRiA)
01.2026 - Current
Board Secretary
Working Moms Playgroup
01.2023 - 01.2025
Volunteer Participant
Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters (JBBBS)
01.2019 - Current
Program Coordinator / Lower-Level Manager
MINISTRY OF MIGRATION & ASYLUM
01.2016 - 01.2025
Employment Consultant
HELLENIC MANPOWER EMPLOYMENT ORGANIZATION (OAED / DYPA)
01.2006 - 01.2016
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Graduate Coursework - Computer Science
University of the Aegean
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & Sport Science
Democritus University of Thrace