Management

Djordan Didulo is a seasoned finance and administrative executive with more than 25 years of experience strengthening financial stewardship, operational efficiency, and organizational governance across public agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector. Born and raised in the Philippines, she immigrated to the United States in 1994 and has been a long-standing resident of California’s Central Valley. As the Finance and Administration Manager for the Housing Authority of the City of Madera, Djordan oversees the agency’s financial infrastructure, multimillion‑dollar grant accounting, budgeting, and administrative operations. She leads initiatives that enhance internal controls, streamline processes, reduce organizational risk, and support long‑term sustainability.
Her expertise includes grant and fund accounting, HR administration, internal audit, risk assessment, compliance, and multi‑department leadership. She has guided teams through regulatory changes, organizational growth, and system modernization, consistently improving performance and readiness. Djordan’s career includes key roles with the Central California Food Bank, Allwire Inc., the County of Fresno, the County of Madera, Fresno Housing Authority, and the City of Fresno. She began her professional journey in audit with the Archdiocese of Manila, supporting churches, ministry offices, schools, hospitals, and international grant programs. She holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management from National University and a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, bringing a steady, transparent, and solution‑oriented leadership style that strengthens organizational resilience and advances mission‑driven outcomes.

Born and raised in California’s Central Valley, Jared Knittel brings a strong connection to the community and a commitment to public service. Jared earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business and Management Economics from the University of California, Merced, and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Widener University Commonwealth Law School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Jared’s professional experience in housing began at the Housing Authority of the City of Madera, where he has developed a comprehensive understanding of public housing operations. Leveraging his legal training, Jared provides informed analysis of regulations, policies, and compliance requirements, and supports sound decision-making within a highly regulated environment. His background in business further strengthens his ability to evaluate risk, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to effective program management. As a Certified Public Housing Manager through the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO), Jared takes an active leadership role in advancing regulatory compliance, organizational accountability, and service to residents, and he is dedicated to continuous learning and making a meaningful, positive impact on the community through responsible housing programs.