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Sasha Frankland

Operations Manager •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Executive Assistant | Virtual Assistant | Project Manager – Remote & Flexible Work Expert
About Me Experienced Project Manager/Virtual PA and EA, I specialize in delivering top-tier support to executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals. My expertise extends to office and business management, making me a versatile asset to any team. Based on recent professional experience, I have also found that grant management and administration in Development Finance is of particular interest to me. Experience with asynchronous project work, across various time zones. Location-Independent & Remote Work Enthusiast Seeking part-time, fully remote, or asynchronous work opportunities where I can apply my expertise in project management, virtual assistance, and executive support. Currently based in Buenos-Aires, Argentina. Part-Time Excellence I am determined to deliver excellence and am exploring the possibilities of working part-time or with flexible hours. The quality of my work and contributions will remain uncompromised. My goal is to provide impactful support that enables businesses to thrive, and I believe that flexibility in work arrangements can be a win-win for both parties. Key Strengths Personal & Executive Assistance: Proficient in managing calendars, travel logistics, and confidential communications for senior executives, ensuring their time is optimized and priorities are met. Administrative Excellence: Adept at streamlining office operations, creating efficient workflows, and coordinating cross-functional projects to drive productivity and cost savings. Office Management: Skilled in overseeing daily office operations, maintaining facilities, and providing a comfortable and productive work environment for teams. Corporate Training: Experienced in sourcing, contracting and managing logistics for specialised training for finance professionals. Let's Connect I am passionate about connecting with professionals who value the impact of exceptional administrative support and who understand the benefits of a remote, location-independent workforce. Whether you're seeking a reliable partner to enhance your productivity or exploring opportunities for remote collaboration, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. Let's explore how we can work together to make a positive impact while accommodating your specific work arrangements. Feel free to reach out or connect, and let's embark on a journey of efficiency, growth, and success.

Work History

F

Freelance Project Manager

FreelanceProject manager for business leaders, with a particular interest in grant administration in development finance. Previous extensive experience includes senior all-encompassing administration roles in finance, supporting at MD/CEO level and assisting with running teams. Managing all travel and calendars, handling department budgets. Niche experience includes supporting UHNWIs (working in family offices) and managing their personal assets.
E

Acting Assistant Analyst - Grants Management, Financial Institutions

EBRDOct 2022 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 6 mosGrants Administration: responsible for the administration of grant programs, ensuring that grants are disbursed, monitored, and reported on in accordance with the bank's policies and donor requirements. Project Evaluation: participate in the evaluation and selection of grant proposals and projects, assessing their alignment with the bank's strategic goals and the impact they can have on the target regions or sectors. Budgeting and Financial Management: Developing and managing budgets for grant programs, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that funds are used efficiently and in compliance with donor guidelines. Compliance and Reporting: Ensuring that grant recipients adhere to the terms and conditions of the grant agreements and meet reporting requirements. This includes monitoring project progress, financial reporting, and compliance with environmental and social safeguards. Risk Assessment: Identifying and assessing financial, operational, and reputational risks associated with grant programs and proposing strategies to mitigate these risks. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with various stakeholders, including grant recipients, EBRD staff, donors, and external partners, to coordinate activities, provide guidance, and address any issues that may arise during the implementation of grant projects. Capacity Building: Providing training and capacity-building support to grant recipients to enhance their ability to manage and implement grant-funded projects effectively. Monitoring and Evaluation: Developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of grant programs and using this information to make informed decisions and improvements. Knowledge Sharing: Sharing best practices and lessons learned from grant programs with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of future grant initiatives.
E

Assistant

EBRDJul 2019 - Oct 2022 • 3 yrs 4 mosAssisted with administrative tasks, supported team operations, and facilitated communication within the organization.
A

Personal Assistant

Allianz Group/Allianz Capital Partners GmbHJul 2016 - Feb 2019 • 2 yrs 8 mosProvided personal assistance to executives, managed schedules, and coordinated office activities.
R

PA to Executive & Office Manager

Regis Mutual Management LtdJun 2014 - May 2016 • 2 yrsFull support of the CEO/Founder of a fast-growing company creating and managing mutuals (mutual insurance companies): The Military Mutual (TMM), The Livery Company Mutual (LCM), The Masonic Mutual, The Activity Industry Mutual (AIM), The National Federation of Retail Newsagents Mutual (NFRNM); working with Chairman and Executive Committee; assisting Chairmen and Directors of Boards of mutuals; responsibility for the London office, including budgeting; working with clients and stakeholders; relationship management - existing clients, business development, investors.

Education

C

CIPR Qualifications

Foundation degree, Public Relations2012
B

Birkbeck, University of London

History of Art2009
B

Baruch College

Legal Assistant/Paralegal1994 - 1995

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Executive Assistant | Virtual Assistant | Project Manager – Remote & Flexible Work Expert
About Me Experienced Project Manager/Virtual PA and EA, I specialize in delivering top-tier support to executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals. My expertise extends to office and business management, making me a versatile asset to any team. Based on recent professional experience, I have also found that grant management and administration in Development Finance is of particular interest to me. Experience with asynchronous project work, across various time zones. Location-Independent & Remote Work Enthusiast Seeking part-time, fully remote, or asynchronous work opportunities where I can apply my expertise in project management, virtual assistance, and executive support. Currently based in Buenos-Aires, Argentina. Part-Time Excellence I am determined to deliver excellence and am exploring the possibilities of working part-time or with flexible hours. The quality of my work and contributions will remain uncompromised. My goal is to provide impactful support that enables businesses to thrive, and I believe that flexibility in work arrangements can be a win-win for both parties. Key Strengths Personal & Executive Assistance: Proficient in managing calendars, travel logistics, and confidential communications for senior executives, ensuring their time is optimized and priorities are met. Administrative Excellence: Adept at streamlining office operations, creating efficient workflows, and coordinating cross-functional projects to drive productivity and cost savings. Office Management: Skilled in overseeing daily office operations, maintaining facilities, and providing a comfortable and productive work environment for teams. Corporate Training: Experienced in sourcing, contracting and managing logistics for specialised training for finance professionals. Let's Connect I am passionate about connecting with professionals who value the impact of exceptional administrative support and who understand the benefits of a remote, location-independent workforce. Whether you're seeking a reliable partner to enhance your productivity or exploring opportunities for remote collaboration, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. Let's explore how we can work together to make a positive impact while accommodating your specific work arrangements. Feel free to reach out or connect, and let's embark on a journey of efficiency, growth, and success.

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Top Talent like Sasha are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sasha Frankland

Operations Manager •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

F

Freelance Project Manager

FreelanceProject manager for business leaders, with a particular interest in grant administration in development finance. Previous extensive experience includes senior all-encompassing administration roles in finance, supporting at MD/CEO level and assisting with running teams. Managing all travel and calendars, handling department budgets. Niche experience includes supporting UHNWIs (working in family offices) and managing their personal assets.
E

Acting Assistant Analyst - Grants Management, Financial Institutions

EBRDOct 2022 - Mar 2024 • 1 yr 6 mosGrants Administration: responsible for the administration of grant programs, ensuring that grants are disbursed, monitored, and reported on in accordance with the bank's policies and donor requirements. Project Evaluation: participate in the evaluation and selection of grant proposals and projects, assessing their alignment with the bank's strategic goals and the impact they can have on the target regions or sectors. Budgeting and Financial Management: Developing and managing budgets for grant programs, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that funds are used efficiently and in compliance with donor guidelines. Compliance and Reporting: Ensuring that grant recipients adhere to the terms and conditions of the grant agreements and meet reporting requirements. This includes monitoring project progress, financial reporting, and compliance with environmental and social safeguards. Risk Assessment: Identifying and assessing financial, operational, and reputational risks associated with grant programs and proposing strategies to mitigate these risks. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with various stakeholders, including grant recipients, EBRD staff, donors, and external partners, to coordinate activities, provide guidance, and address any issues that may arise during the implementation of grant projects. Capacity Building: Providing training and capacity-building support to grant recipients to enhance their ability to manage and implement grant-funded projects effectively. Monitoring and Evaluation: Developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of grant programs and using this information to make informed decisions and improvements. Knowledge Sharing: Sharing best practices and lessons learned from grant programs with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of future grant initiatives.
E

Assistant

EBRDJul 2019 - Oct 2022 • 3 yrs 4 mosAssisted with administrative tasks, supported team operations, and facilitated communication within the organization.
A

Personal Assistant

Allianz Group/Allianz Capital Partners GmbHJul 2016 - Feb 2019 • 2 yrs 8 mosProvided personal assistance to executives, managed schedules, and coordinated office activities.
R

PA to Executive & Office Manager

Regis Mutual Management LtdJun 2014 - May 2016 • 2 yrsFull support of the CEO/Founder of a fast-growing company creating and managing mutuals (mutual insurance companies): The Military Mutual (TMM), The Livery Company Mutual (LCM), The Masonic Mutual, The Activity Industry Mutual (AIM), The National Federation of Retail Newsagents Mutual (NFRNM); working with Chairman and Executive Committee; assisting Chairmen and Directors of Boards of mutuals; responsibility for the London office, including budgeting; working with clients and stakeholders; relationship management - existing clients, business development, investors.

Education

C

CIPR Qualifications

Foundation degree, Public Relations2012
B

Birkbeck, University of London

History of Art2009
B

Baruch College

Legal Assistant/Paralegal1994 - 1995

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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