Misaki Funada
About Misaki Funada
Misaki Funada serves as a Project Administrator in the Office of Race and Equity Research at the Urban Institute. With a diverse background in project management and people operations, she has worked in various roles across multiple organizations and countries.
Work at Urban Institute
Misaki Funada serves as a Project Administrator in the Office of Race and Equity Research at the Urban Institute. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely. In this role, she contributes to research initiatives focused on race and equity, utilizing her skills in project administration to support the organization's objectives.
Previous Experience
Before joining the Urban Institute, Misaki Funada worked in various roles across different organizations. She served as Chief of Staff to the Founder/CEO at IDEAR Co., Ltd. for four months in 2023. Additionally, she held positions as a People Operations Coordinator at Cultural Vistas and as a Customer Success & Growth Lead at IDEAR Co., Ltd., both for four months in 2023. Her experience also includes working as an HR & People Associate at People Function and as a Program Manager at Sustainable Learning.
Education and Expertise
Misaki Funada earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamilton College, majoring in Anthropology and minoring in Psychology and Philosophy. Her academic background supports her expertise in intercultural awareness and stakeholder management, which are essential for her roles in project administration and community engagement.
Background
Misaki Funada has lived in three countries outside of the United States: New Zealand, Denmark, and Sweden. She has also resided in six different regions within the United States, including Indiana, Upstate New York, Manhattan, Washington DC, Providence, and Houston. This diverse background contributes to her strong intercultural skills and adaptability in various work environments.
Skills and Responsibilities
Misaki Funada possesses a wide range of skills relevant to her professional roles. She has experience in user experience research (UXR), community management, and people operations, particularly in early-stage startups. Her ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration in high-volume, fast-paced environments has been instrumental in her career development.