Ursula Vericain
About Ursula Vericain
Ursula Vericain serves as the Administrative Manager for the Global Strategy and Innovation Division at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in health care administration and business management, and previously held leadership roles in operations and finance at Harlem Hebrew Language Academy Charter School.
Work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Ursula Vericain serves as the Administrative Manager for the Global Strategy and Innovation Division at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. She has held this position since 2023, following her role as Administrative Manager to the Chief Healthcare Officer in the Health Care Division, which she began in 2021. In her current role, she represents the division on the Procure-to-Pay Steering Committee, ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Ursula oversees the contract review process and tracking system for funding and vendors, collaborating closely with program staff. Additionally, she develops and documents systems and best practices for contract administration within her division.
Education and Expertise
Ursula Vericain has a strong educational background in health care administration and business management. She studied at Mandl The College of Allied Health, where she earned an Associate in Occupational Studies in Health/Health Care Administration/Management. Furthering her education, she obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Ashworth College. This combination of health care and business education equips her with the necessary skills to manage administrative functions effectively within her roles.
Background in Operations Management
Before joining Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Ursula Vericain worked at Harlem Hebrew Language Academy Charter School. She served as the Director of Operations from 2015 to 2021, where she managed various operational aspects of the school. Prior to that, she held the position of HR & Finance Manager at the same institution from 2014 to 2015. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her expertise in organizational management and administrative support.
Administrative Support and Logistics Management
In her role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Ursula Vericain provides executive administrative support to both the Chief Global Strategy and Innovation Officer and the Chief Health Strategy Officer. She is responsible for handling logistics for executive leadership meetings, which includes developing detailed itineraries and providing on-site support. Her organizational skills and attention to detail facilitate effective communication and coordination among leadership.