I am a results-driven professional with over 30 years of management experience across multiple sectors. I have served at the board level for several ventures and spent the last 14 years consulting for enterprises and volunteering in Haiti, supporting nonprofits and the Konviksyon political party. In Haiti, I helped advance complex projects and build investor relationships, including the Municipal Reconstruction of Port-au-Prince with Metallurgical Corporation of China, and I led financial modeling, reporting, and fundraising efforts. Before Haiti, I held senior roles in fundraising consulting and telecom project management, shaping strategy, operations and cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious goals. My career has been defined by bridging strategy and execution—leading multifaceted programs, coordinating diverse stakeholders, and communicating clearly with boards, donors and partners. I’ve built and managed cross-disciplinary teams, developed scalable processes, and delivered tangible outcomes across nonprofit, manufacturing and technology-facing projects.

Kira McGurrin

I am a results-driven professional with over 30 years of management experience across multiple sectors. I have served at the board level for several ventures and spent the last 14 years consulting for enterprises and volunteering in Haiti, supporting nonprofits and the Konviksyon political party. In Haiti, I helped advance complex projects and build investor relationships, including the Municipal Reconstruction of Port-au-Prince with Metallurgical Corporation of China, and I led financial modeling, reporting, and fundraising efforts. Before Haiti, I held senior roles in fundraising consulting and telecom project management, shaping strategy, operations and cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious goals. My career has been defined by bridging strategy and execution—leading multifaceted programs, coordinating diverse stakeholders, and communicating clearly with boards, donors and partners. I’ve built and managed cross-disciplinary teams, developed scalable processes, and delivered tangible outcomes across nonprofit, manufacturing and technology-facing projects.

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I am a results-driven professional with over 30 years of management experience across multiple sectors. I have served at the board level for several ventures and spent the last 14 years consulting for enterprises and volunteering in Haiti, supporting nonprofits and the Konviksyon political party. In Haiti, I helped advance complex projects and build investor relationships, including the Municipal Reconstruction of Port-au-Prince with Metallurgical Corporation of China, and I led financial modeling, reporting, and fundraising efforts. Before Haiti, I held senior roles in fundraising consulting and telecom project management, shaping strategy, operations and cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious goals.

My career has been defined by bridging strategy and execution—leading multifaceted programs, coordinating diverse stakeholders, and communicating clearly with boards, donors and partners. I’ve built and managed cross-disciplinary teams, developed scalable processes, and delivered tangible outcomes across nonprofit, manufacturing and technology-facing projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Administrative Manager and Business Development at BATI AYITI AGGREGATES, SA & AYITI MINING, SA
February 1, 2018 - August 31, 2021
Liaised with foreign investors, communicated progress reports to stakeholders, and managed the finance department. Collaborated with investor BD and the Board to develop a monthly 5-year financial model including cash flow, cost analysis, sales projections, personnel plans, and capital expenditures; prepared regular funding requests. Developed and drafted processes and a personnel handbook. Researched potential products and assessed local and foreign demand. Directed day-to-day administrative operations and coordinated with contractors and site supervisors at the Morne Cha Cha quarry.
Fundraising and Political Consultant at KONVIKSYON
May 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016
Prepared campaign plan and narrative; Built a donor database, fundraising plan, campaign calendar, and materials; Created social media channels and content.
Independent Consultant at Independent Consultant / Multiple NGOs (Haiti Development Initiative, Pwoje Espwa Sud, Haiti Aid Watchdog, Fondation Espoir / Jeune Ayiti, TedX PAP, REDLAD, BATI AYITI)
May 1, 2010 - March 31, 2023
Directed coordinated management of multiple related projects aimed at strategic public relations, fundraising and organizational objectives; Drafted proposals and grants; Led internal and external communications; Maintained alignment of program scope with strategic objectives; Made recommendations to modify and enhance effectiveness; Engaged with a range of nonprofit and civic organizations.
Project Manager at HAITI CONNECT
January 1, 2010 - May 31, 2010
Negotiated contracts with local organizations for Wi-Fi mesh network deployment; Worked with engineers on network planning and backhaul; Planned site deployment; Designed presentations and communications; Engaged with government officials and potential partners to raise funds.
Fundraising Consultant / Associate Director at COMMUNITY COUNSELLING SERVICES
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Consulted for multimillion-dollar capital campaigns; Crafted cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies; Led donor development; Delivered presentations and progress reports; Designed marketing tools and led volunteers.
Engineering Project Manager at GLOBAL NAPS
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2007
Led large-scale fiber optic projects nationwide, managed cross-functional teams (engineers, vendors, OSP, NOC, legal, sales, customers); Negotiated contracts and logistics for dark fiber and lit services; Achieved >$1M annual budget savings; Assisted sales with major accounts; Engineered fiber route Boston–New York; Documented backbone network and conducted cost analyses.
Development and Communications Coordinator at PROGRAM FOR YOUNG NEGOTIATORS
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Coordinated aggressive fundraising drive; Drafted proposals; Maintained donor calendar; Cultivated relationships with Attorney General’s offices; Documented Best Practices for improvements and reporting.
Administrative Coordinator at THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR & MONITOR RADIO
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997
Managed day-to-day HR and business functions in a multi-media environment; Coordinated relocation of staff; Supported coordination for Republican and Democrat National Conventions; Cultivated internship programs.
Researcher at THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Researched under daily deadlines using reference libraries and online services; Contributed to Pulitzer Prize journalism.
Assistant to Radio Archives and Information Services at MONITOR RADIO
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994
Collaborated with archivist to develop a new archives system; Reassessed procedures to improve service; Managed day-to-day operations of the department.

Education

MS, Communications Management at Simmons College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
BA, Communications at Simmons College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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