Results for Development (R4D) Program Websites
Summary: I led the technical and project management efforts for the development and redesign of three R4D program websites, guiding scoping, vendor selection, content migration, QA, and post-launch support. Each site was delivered on time, aligned with program objectives, and built for long-term maintainability on WordPress.
Role: Web Project Lead & Technical Consultant (2020-2021)
Core Skills: Technical scoping, project management, RFP development, vendor coordination, content migration, QA testing, WordPress CMS management, user training, and governance documentation.
Role Overview
Partnering with program teams, I translated program goals into functional, user-friendly websites. I acted as project lead, technical consultant, and vendor liaison, ensuring each site met program needs, followed best practices in IA and content strategy, and was delivered efficiently and sustainably.
Key Projects & Contributions
Technical Scoping & Planning: Defined requirements for a new WordPress site and drafted an RFP for competitive vendor selection.
Vendor Management: Coordinated communications with the selected digital agency and advised program staff throughout the build.
Quality Assurance & Launch Support: Led post-build QA testing, confirmed usability and functionality, and provided ongoing maintenance guidance.
Launch: Early 2021; site delivered scalable, user-friendly functionality meeting program objectives.
Partnership for Evidence and Equity in Responsive Social Systems (PEERSS)
Project Scoping & Vendor Selection: Scoped requirements within budget, authored an RFP, and facilitated freelance developer selection.
Stakeholder Coordination: Acted as liaison between program staff and developers, translating technical details for decision-making.
Testing & Usability Assurance: Conducted QA testing to ensure all features met user and program needs.
Launch: Mid-2021; optimized for usability and program-specific functionality.
Technical Advisory & Scoping: Defined design and technical specifications, drafted RFPs, and supported vendor selection.
Project & Vendor Coordination: Maintained clear communication with program managers throughout the redesign process.
Content Migration & Post-Launch Support: Provided copyediting, developed site management documentation, and trained staff on content updates.
Launch: 2020; improved IA, usability, and sustainability for ongoing content management.
Impact
Delivered three program websites that were accessible, easy to navigate, and aligned with program objectives.
Strengthened content management workflows through training and documentation, enabling staff to maintain sites independently.
Optimized vendor coordination and project delivery, ensuring sites were completed on schedule and within scope.
Provided scalable, sustainable digital platforms that supported R4D’s programmatic goals and audience engagement.
