Nahida Niki Khanam

Pursuit · Fellowship @ Pursuit

About

I’m a proactive, detail-oriented professional with 15+ years of experience supporting C-level leadership in nonprofit and public institutions. In parallel, I’ve trained as a full-stack software engineer and bring a systems-level approach to administrative work—applying technical tools to streamline operations, improve workflows, and support data-informed decision-making. My work spans strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, operational oversight, and cross-functional coordination. With fluency in both human systems and digital systems, I’m skilled at managing complexity, solving problems, and supporting high-impact decisions in fast-paced environments. "Technology can be a catalyst for social change, but only when driven by empathy and a deep understanding of the human experience." – Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft “The goal is to turn data into information, and information into insight." — Carly Fiorina, former CEO of Hewlett-Packard

Country

United States

City

New York

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

PHP, Python (Programming Language), Java, Grant Preparation, Grant Writing, Grant Coordination, Galas and Special Events, Donation Gifts Processing, Database Management, Donor Management, Grant Administration, Raiser's Edge, SalesForce CRM, DonorPerfect, LexisNexis, Hoovers, WealthEngine, Fundraising Campaign Management, Prospect Researcher, Data Mining

Experience

Pursuit · Fellowship

Pursuit

2023-11 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Long Island City, New York (NY)

Google-funded Software Engineering Fellowship with an acceptance rate of 9%, producing skilled developers hired by top companies like Citi, Uber, Pinterest, JP Morgan, and Spotify. Immersive, project-driven program builds practical expertise in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Node, Express, React/Redux, PostgreSQL, APIs, Git, Data Structures, Algorithms, and Agile methodologies through sprints, code reviews, and pair programming, with continuous learning support.

Painter

Private Commissions

2016-6 - Present · 10 yrs 4 mos

Professional artist specializing in custom oil paintings, including portraits, landscapes, hyperrealism, and surrealism for private clients. Experienced in both teaching and creating highly detailed, commission-based artwork tailored to individual preferences and specifications.

Consultant & Freelancer, Executive Support

PNP Staffing Group

2010-9 - 2023-11 · 13 yrs 3 mos

Achieved status as an in-demand freelance professional with 15+ years of experience in executive support, philanthropy, finance, fundraising, and development for various nonprofit and corporate missions. Provided executive-level administrative support to senior executives and management with a demonstrated ability to improvise, improve procedures, and meet demanding deadlines with discretion, diplomacy and accuracy.

Fundraising, Development, Donor Relations, Philanthropy, Prospect Research & Database Management

Innocence Project, Ma AfrikaTikkun, NYSSCPA, Jazz at Lincoln Center via PNP, CUMC

2011 - 2023 · 12 yrs

Professionally-trained Prospect Researcher & Fundraising Specialist with expertise in fundraising strategies, donor cultivation, database management, event logistics, and grant management. Proven success in cultivating major donor relationships and securing funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Experienced in managing events, budgets and donor communications, while overseeing various databases of 70,000+ records and administering 501(c)3 grants. Skilled in driving donor engagement, analyzing performance, and securing $200K to $1.5M annually to achieve fundraising goals.

Consultant

Core Staffing

2018 - 2020 · 2 yrs

HBO, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)

Consultant, Development and Fundraising

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)

2014-12 - 2016-4 · 1 yr 5 mos

Development and Fundraising

Hope & Heroes

2012-9 - 2015-4 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Prospect Researcher

Afrika Tikkun

2011 - 2012 · 1 yr

Development & Fundraising

The New York Women's Foundation

2010-10 - 2011-9 · 1 yr

Development Associate

Charles B. Wang Community Health Center

2008-9 - 2010-9 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

The City College of New York

Philosophy & Political Science

2007-6 - Present · 19 yrs 4 mos

Pursuit

Computer Software Engineering

2023-11 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Project-based curriculum provides hands-on experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Node, Express, React/Redux, PostgreSQL, APIs, Git, Data Structures, Algorithms, sprints, Agile, code reviews and pair programming.