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Nastacia M. Pereira

Durham

Summary

I am a public health–trained strategist, researcher, and community engagement professional with experience designing and managing initiatives that center lived experience, equity, and impact. My work sits at the intersection of research, evaluation, youth and community engagement, and systems change. I bring a strong ability to translate complex data, community insights, and organizational goals into clear strategies, actionable recommendations, and sustainable programs.

Across government, nonprofit, and community-based settings, I have led cross-functional projects, supported advisory groups and stakeholders, and partnered with teams to strengthen engagement practices, improve decision-making, and advance equity-driven outcomes. I am known for my collaborative leadership style, strong communication skills, and ability to balance vision with execution while holding both people and process with care.

I am especially motivated by work that builds trust, amplifies underrepresented voices, and supports organizations in aligning values with practice. I thrive in roles that require strategic thinking, relationship-building, and adaptability, and I am energized by opportunities to contribute to meaningful social impact.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Engagement Consulting Manager

City of Durham
Durham
06.2024 - Current
  • Led cross-departmental projects to improve community services and engagement.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather input on city initiatives and priorities.
  • Developed strategic plans for resource allocation and program implementation.
  • Collaborated with city officials to align consulting efforts with municipal goals.
  • Trained staff on best practices for equitable community engagement and resident relations.
  • Coordinated workshops and training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge related to community engagement.
  • Provided guidance on strategic initiatives that would improve organizational performance.
  • Maintained relationships with clients through regular check-ins and follow-ups throughout the duration of engagements.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to develop effective strategies for client engagements.
  • Led team meetings to review project status updates, discuss challenges, brainstorm solutions.
  • Facilitated communication between departments within the organization as well as external partners.

Senior Manager of Learning & Evaluation

Forward Cities
Durham
09.2022 - 06.2024
  • Served as the lead for research, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts for Forward Cities' learning network and thought leadership initiatives.
  • Gathered and analyzed data and feedback from internal and external stakeholders for the continuous improvement and design choices of existing and future programs, engagement processes, and related tools.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental program design and debrief sessions and made aligned program design improvement recommendations.
  • Prepared short and long-form reports, case studies, and presentations for various audiences including project funders, partner organizations, community stakeholder groups, and public officials.
  • Managed the aggregation, organization, and refinement of program learnings, guides, curriculum, and impact stories for internal use and external publication.
  • Supported the writing and preparation of grant proposals.
  • Provided technical assistance in research, data collection, and stakeholder engagement to community partners and grantees.

Research, Evaluation, & Strategy Associate

Equivolve Consulting
07.2021 - 12.2023
  • Supported multidisciplinary teams in conducting research, evaluation, and strategy projects for non-profit and philanthropic organizations.
  • Supported non-profit and philanthropic leaders in developing and implementing strategic plans, and measurement and evaluation plans to advance equitable results.
  • Conducted mixed-methods research that applies equitable data collection, analysis, and reporting principles.
  • Contributed to improving social research, strategy, and DEI thought leadership by staying on top of emerging trends, challenges, and perspectives critical to partner's success.

Research Specialist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
11.2019 - 03.2022
  • Planned, organized, and conducted mixed-methods research projects on LGBTQ health equity.
  • Managed project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task to achieve objectives.

Wellness Fellow

Agnes Scott College
Decatur
05.2015 - 07.2017
  • Developed an evidenced-based employee wellness program from the ground up and directed the continual development, implementation, and evaluation of all program components for full-time college employees.
  • Collaborated with a range of campus leaders, local community vendors, and benefits providers to create large-scale programming and events promoting a culture of wellness.
  • Regularly engaged two-thirds of the college's employees, improving interdepartmental engagement, employee health, and self-reported satisfaction measures.
  • Assisted with the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department, including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Education

Master of Public Health - Health Behavior

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Agnes Scott College
Decatur, GA
05.2015

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Facilitation
  • Project management
  • Program evaluation
  • Cross-departmental collaboration
  • Grant writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Strategic planning
  • Report preparation
  • Ethical research practices
  • Organizational development
  • Data analysis
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Mixed-methods research
  • MS office

Languages

English
Native language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Engagement Consulting Manager

City of Durham
06.2024 - Current

Senior Manager of Learning & Evaluation

Forward Cities
09.2022 - 06.2024

Research, Evaluation, & Strategy Associate

Equivolve Consulting
07.2021 - 12.2023

Research Specialist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
11.2019 - 03.2022

Wellness Fellow

Agnes Scott College
05.2015 - 07.2017

Master of Public Health - Health Behavior

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Agnes Scott College
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