Shannon Schroeder

Finance and operational professional with 25 years of experience working with international organizations in Africa. I have successfully managed multimillion-dollar budgets, ensured compliance with international donor requirements, and led high-performing teams across multiple countries. Recognized for strengthening systems and delivering results. I bring proven expertise in audit compliance, risk management, leadership, and organizational excellence.

Deputy Director Management and Operations at United States Peace Corps (2015-05 – 2025-09)

• Directed financial management and operations for a $10 million budget, leading 50 staff across four cross-functional teams (Admin, Program, Medical and Motorpool), and 50 to 130 volunteers to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Oversight of the full financial management process including annual forecasting and budget planning, variance analysis, reconciliation, mid-year reviews and end-of-year closeouts.
• Served as certified Contracting Officer authorized to approve expenditure up to $250,000 managing contractors, vendor payment processing in compliance with US Govt regulations.
• Oversight of Human Resources coordinating HR functions and policy oversight to Peace Corps Volunteers incl: recruitment, performance management, safety & security, medivac
• Double check salaries and overtime monthly before submitting payroll for staff and volunteers
• Supervised five administrative staff with oversight of financial and audit compliance and managed cashier operations as Cash Verification Officer.
• Deputized for Director of Management & Operations providing senior management financial and operational oversight at Peace Corps South Africa.

Financial Management Specialist at United States Peace Corps (2011-02 – 2015-04)

• Led financial management for an $8 million annual budget including development of annual financial operation plan, midyear budget reviews, payment processing and reconciliation.
• Served as Contracting Officer authorized to approve expenditure up to $25,000 managing contractors, vendors payment processing in compliance with US Govt regulations.
• Oversight of grants and special funding accounts with responsibility to monitor and reconcile expenditure, semi-annual reporting and grant compliance.
• Supervised three administration staff ensuring financial compliance, process administration and operational efficiency.
• Alternate Class B cashier with accountability of $35,000.00
• Deputized for Director of Management & Operations supporting senior management financial and operational oversight at Peace Corps Namibia.

Finance and Administration Manager at Red Cross Society (2001-08 – 2011-01)

• Led Financial Management of national operations managing an annual budget of Namibian$50 million.
• Led compliance oversight, donor relations and internal governance with donor partners European Union, Global Fund, US Govt PEPFAR.
• Supervised 10 staff overseeing financial audit compliance, administration and reporting including quarterly donor reporting, debtors/creditors, tax and HR payroll processing.
• Led strategic budget planning, risk management and grant reporting.

Assistant Accountant at PricewaterhouseCoopers (2000-01 – 2001-07)

• Managed the full accounting function up to trial balance for different clients to be audited
• Prepared and approved annual financial statements for senior management.
• Managed debtors, creditors, cash on hand and tax processing

Office administrator at CYMOT (PTY) LTD (1997-05 – 1999-12)

Significant achievements include

• Debtors and Creditors
• Daily banking and handling of petty cash.
• Assist shop manager in overall managerial duties.

Assistant Bookkeeper at MULTICHOICE NAMIBIA (1995-04 – 1997-04)

Significant achievements include

• Managed GL reconciliations, collections, and cashbook entries.

Branch Manager at PEP STORES NAMIBIA (1991-07 – 1994-12)

Significant achievements include

• Led branch operations; supervised 7 staff; oversaw budget planning and inventory control.

Assistant Bookkeeper at SCHROEDER CONSTRUCTION (1988-01 – 1991-06)

Significant achievements include

• Performed reception and daily financial transaction entries.

Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management – University of South Africa Certificate in Project Management (underway third year), Gordon Institute of Business Management (GIBS) Certificate in Labour Law – University of Cape Town