Nia Coaxum
Senior Grants and Finance Administrator
Professional Overview:
Nia Coaxum is a seasoned grants and finance administrator with over 5 years of experience in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors. As the Senior Grants and Finance Administrator at Children's National Hospital, she oversees the comprehensive management of the organization's grant portfolio, ensuring regulatory compliance and maximizing funding opportunities to support critical healthcare initiatives.
Experience Summary:
Current Role
As the Senior Grants and Finance Administrator at Children's National Hospital, Nia is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of grants, from identification and application to reporting and compliance. She collaborates cross-functionally with program teams to understand funding needs, researches and secures grant opportunities, and ensures timely and accurate submission of grant proposals. Nia also plays a key role in the financial management of grants, overseeing budgets, expenditure tracking, and reporting to grantors. Her attention to detail and strong project management skills have enabled Children's National Hospital to secure over $2.5 million in grant funding, supporting critical healthcare programs for underserved communities.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Nia served as a Senior Grants Specialist at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, where she successfully secured over $1.8 million in grant funding to support medical research and development initiatives. She also gained valuable experience as a Grants Specialist at the same organization, honing her skills in grant writing, budget management, and compliance reporting. Throughout her career, Nia has demonstrated a passion for utilizing her expertise in finance and grants administration to drive positive impact within the nonprofit and healthcare sectors.
Education:
Nia holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Maryland, College Park. She is a certified Grant Management Specialist and is proficient in various financial management software and grant management platforms.
Areas of Expertise:
- Grants management and administration
- Nonprofit financial management
- Grant proposal development and writing
- Compliance reporting and auditing
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Project management and process optimization
Professional Impact:
Throughout her career, Nia has made significant contributions to the organizations she has served. At Children's National Hospital, she has played a pivotal role in securing funding for critical healthcare programs, ensuring that underserved communities have access to essential services. Her expertise in grants management and finance has enabled her to streamline operational processes, optimize resource allocation, and enhance the overall efficiency of the organization's grant portfolio.
Conclusion:
Nia Coaxum is a skilled and dedicated grants and finance administrator who has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive success in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors. With a strong track record of securing grant funding, managing financial operations, and fostering collaborative partnerships, she is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in her current role at Children's National Hospital and beyond.
