Nancy Y. Augustine, PhD
About Nancy Y. Augustine, PhD
Nancy Y. Augustine, PhD, serves as the Director of the Center for Intergovernmental Partnerships at the National Academy of Public Administration and has extensive experience in public policy and administration, particularly in connecting research to enhance government effectiveness.
Current Role at National Academy of Public Administration
Nancy Y. Augustine, PhD, serves as the Director of the Center for Intergovernmental Partnerships at the National Academy of Public Administration. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization for three years in Washington, DC. In addition to her directorial role, she has been a Project Director at the same institution since 2019, where she has been involved for five years in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. Her work focuses on enhancing intergovernmental collaboration and improving public administration practices.
Faculty Position at George Washington University
Since 2006, Nancy Y. Augustine has been a faculty member in the Public Policy and Public Administration department at George Washington University. Over her 18 years at the university, she has engaged in teaching and mentoring students, sharing her extensive knowledge in public policy, legislative analysis, and program evaluation. Her academic role complements her professional experience, allowing her to bridge the gap between theory and practice in public administration.
Professional Experience in Research and Consulting
Nancy Y. Augustine has a diverse background in research and consulting within the public sector. She worked as a Research Consultant for the National Conference of State Legislatures from 2000 to 2001 and at Economic Systems Inc. from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, she served as a Research Manager at The Pew Charitable Trusts from 2009 to 2012. Her roles have involved data collection, statistical analysis, and research design, contributing to her expertise in enhancing government and non-profit effectiveness.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Nancy Y. Augustine holds a PhD in Public Policy from The George Washington University, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. She also earned a Master's Degree in Economics from Georgetown University and a Master's Degree in Urban and Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her work in public policy, legislative analysis, and process re-engineering.
Expertise in Public Policy and Administration
Nancy Y. Augustine possesses substantial expertise in public policy and administration, with a focus on legislative, program, and policy analysis. Her skills include data collection, statistical analysis, research design, and instruction. She is adept at developing strategies to achieve goals within resource constraints, emphasizing collaboration and process re-engineering to enhance the effectiveness of government and non-profit sectors.