Hand-drawn self-portrait of Nowshin

Nowshin Fara

Project Management professional in New York City — part spreadsheets and stakeholders, part cat mom, part maker of things with string.

About Me

I'm a results-driven project management professional based in New York City, with a background in data management, project coordination, and community development. I have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Hunter College and over two years of experience leading cross-functional teams from inception to completion — always with an eye on quality, timelines, and budget.

Outside of work, you'll usually find me covered in paint, diamond art gems, or yarn.

Hobbies

Ivy & Yasmin

My two cats, and honestly the best part of my day. Here they are, doing what they do best.

Ivy

Ivy getting bunny ears Ivy napping on her window perch Ivy sprawled upside down on the rug Ivy on the cat tree wearing her blue collar

Yasmin

Yasmin sitting in a bag Yasmin perched on a shoulder near the lamp Yasmin perched on a shoulder by the window Yasmin curled up while work happens on the laptop Yasmin sitting in an Amazon box

Together

Ivy and Yasmin on their wall-mounted cat shelves Ivy and Yasmin sharing the window perch

Experience

Project Development Coordinator for Capital Legal
NYC Parks & Recreation — Capital Legal Division, Olmsted Center, Queens · January 2026 – Present
  • Serve as Legal Administrator for the Capital Projects Legal Division, supporting agency attorneys and daily office operations with independent initiative and judgment.
  • Routinely update multiple Excel logs and tracking sheets to monitor capital and procurement contracts.
  • Organize, maintain, and update the Capital Legal Division's digital files for accuracy and accessibility.
  • Serve as the Division's liaison on intra-agency and interagency matters.
  • Track cycle times for contracts in procurement to support timely decision-making.
  • Handle special projects for the Capital Legal Division as assigned.
Assistant District Manager
Community Board — New York, NY · April 2024 – January 2026
  • Successfully managed multiple large-scale projects, including library renovations and a COVID-19 memorial for immigrant communities, collaborating with elected officials and their teams such as Mayor Eric Adams and Senator Chuck Schumer.
  • Utilized strong project management skills to optimize data organization through entry, retrieval, and analysis using Excel, ensuring data confidentiality and accessibility.
  • Effectively communicated project updates and findings to team members and stakeholders, maintaining transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Collaborated on full Board and committee meetings and set up public forums.
  • Coordinated with other city agencies to resolve community issues and complaints submitted to the Community Board.
  • Oversaw distribution of meeting notices, calendar events, letters, and resolutions to the appropriate parties.
  • Consistently completed projects before deadline through excellent time management and communication.
  • Maintained Community Board files and records in both paper and electronic form.
  • Conducted comprehensive research on local businesses, real estate trends, and costs, generating informative reports for decision-making.
Office Manager
Metropolitan Learning Institute — New York, NY · August 2023 – April 2024
  • Implemented a streamlined supply ordering system, resulting in a 15% reduction in costs.
  • Introduced time-saving workflow strategies, leading to a 20% increase in productivity and improved project timelines.
  • Assigned project tasks based on team members' skills and strengths, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Managed all project communications, maintaining timely and clear updates to stakeholders.
  • Established and enforced record retention policies, ensuring compliance and smooth audits.
  • Oversaw hiring and onboarding to build project teams that fostered growth and creativity.
  • Generated weekly reports for the office, vendors, local businesses, and elected officials.
Intern
Community Board — New York, NY · June 2021 – June 2023
  • Successfully implemented databases to streamline data collection and distribution.
  • Maintained project plans for community initiatives, tracking milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
  • Conducted surveys and analyzed data to inform decision-making and measure project impact.
  • Assisted in writing grant proposals and coordinating fundraising efforts.
  • Acted as a liaison between the board and community members.
Administrative Assistant
Law Office of Julie A. Clark and Sonali Hopkins — New York, NY · June 2019 – August 2019
  • Demonstrated exceptional record-keeping skills, ensuring accuracy in office documentation.
  • Maintained communication with clients and opposing counsel, contributing to case success.
  • Utilized Google Workspace, Webex, and Zoom to streamline office operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science (Minor: Legal Studies)
Hunter College, CUNY — New York, NY · Graduated Spring 2023

Skills