Jimena Perez, Ma
About Jimena Perez, Ma
Jimena Perez serves as the Grants Manager at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in communications and international relations, she has held various roles in grant management and community engagement throughout her career.
Work at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
Jimena Perez has served as the Grants Manager at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing grant management processes, which include financial planning, tracking, and reporting. Her work supports the organization's mission to provide legal assistance to low-income individuals in Texas. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Assistant Grants Manager from 2020 to 2022, where she gained experience in grant management within the legal aid sector.
Education and Expertise
Jimena Perez holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Universidad San Pablo-CEU, which she completed in 2016. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Our Lady of the Lake University in 2009. She also obtained a Social Media Management Certificate from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2019. Her educational background is complemented by expertise in grant and financial planning, tracking, reporting, and personnel management.
Background in Communications
Jimena Perez has a strong background in communications, having worked as the Director of Communications & Special Projects at the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce from 2011 to 2013. This role involved managing communication strategies and special projects for the organization. Additionally, she has experience as an Event Coordinator & Reporter at La Prensa Foundation, Inc., where she contributed to media and event management.
International Relations Experience
Jimena Perez gained international relations experience through her internship with Guardia Civil in Madrid, Spain, in 2016. This role allowed her to engage with international affairs and develop skills relevant to her academic studies in international relations. Her diverse professional experiences enhance her understanding of global issues and contribute to her current work in grant management.
Previous Work Experience
In addition to her current role and previous positions, Jimena Perez has worked in various capacities that include interpreting for Adventures In Missions from 1999 to 2004 and serving as an Office Assistant at Our Lady of the Lake University in 2009. She also completed internships at La Prensa Foundation, Inc., which provided her with foundational experience in media and communications.