Jennifer Kons Mpa

Director Of Strategic Initiatives at United Way of Greater Cleveland

Jennifer Kons, MPA has a diverse and extensive work experience. Jennifer started their career as an After School Program Assistant at Notre Dame Middle School in 2004. In 2005, they became a GED Instructor at Literacy Chicago. Later, Jennifer joined the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights where they held the roles of Program Associate and Immigrant Family Resource Program Director. In these positions, they focused on advocating for immigrant-friendly healthcare reform and ensuring equitable access to benefits and services for immigrant communities. Jennifer then moved to Care Alliance Health Center, where they served as Programs and Development Manager and later as Director of External Affairs. In these roles, they expanded patient navigation services, implemented community engagement initiatives, and secured funding for various healthcare programs. Currently, Jennifer is working as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at the United Way of Greater Cleveland, leading strategic initiatives and community investments. Jennifer has also served as the Health Director and the Accountable Health Communities Program Manager at the same organization. In the latter role, Jennifer managed a federally-funded project to link healthcare and social services. Overall, Jennifer's work experience demonstrates their expertise in healthcare, advocacy, program management, and community engagement.

Jennifer Kons, MPA has a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from Cleveland State University. The field of study for their MPA is not specified. Jennifer also holds a Bachelor's Degree from Mercyhurst University, with focuses on English and Religious Studies. The exact start and end years of their education are not provided.

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Timeline

  • Director Of Strategic Initiatives

    July, 2022 - present

  • Health Director Community Investment

    May, 2021

  • Accountable Health Communities Program Manager

    September, 2017