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Devon Watts

Devon Watts is a Wikimaster

San Francisco, CA

Professional summary

I have been working with global health organizations and international NGOs since 2003. Through my work with the International Cardiovascular Health Alliance, I help develop community health awareness programs dealing with cardiovascular disease in the developing world.

Specialties and Interests

  • Communications Media, 
  • Developing Countries, 
  • Fund Raising, 
  • Internet, 
  • Global Health, 
  • Corporate Funding, 
  • Public Health, 
  • Anthropology, 
  • Health Education, 
  • Women's Health, 
  • Subsaharan Africa

Education

Universities

Princeton University

BA, Anthropology
1999 to 2003

University of Melbourne

2001 to 2001
Semester abroad

Experience

Development Associate

Institute for OneWorld Health
2007 to 2009
Conceptualized, created and edited content for donor communications and appeals. Developed, refined and submitted grant proposals to major foundations including the Gates Foundation. Researched, qualified and communicated with potential new foundation and bilateral donors. Assisted initiative to increase online giving through optimization of the website and e-mail appeals.

Associate Director, Foundation and Corporate Relations

Interplast
2006 to 2007
Managed foundation and corporate giving program with an annual goal of $1.8M. Escorted major donors on international program site visits. Secured new and continuing in-kind donations of medical equipment and supplies. Consulted on program direction as a member of the organization's management team.

Technical Writer

Plan International - Uganda
2005 to 2006
Compiled and edited program reports, proposals, articles, case studies and collateral materials. Conducted internal writing skills development workshops after identifying staff needs. Advised and supported country management team on various programs and initiatives. Carried out feasibility study and developed new country program proposal for Rwanda

Development Assistant

St. Luke's Hospital Foundation
2003 to 2005
Provided administrative support and management of the development office. Served as executive assistant to the President & CEO. Tracked and reported hospital programs and activities benefiting the community. Supported the marketing and communications team on a range of projects.

HIV/AIDS Educator

The Ghana Education Project
2003 to 2003
Worked with the government and CBOs to plan and implement conferences and activities. Helped create, support and connect HIV/AIDS awareness club in the regional schools. Organized community events incorporating educational sexual health messages.

Disclosure or Conflict of Interest

Devon Watts has nothing to disclose

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