Vandalark R. Patricks, MPA

*****, ******** *****, ****** ******, MD 20901 • Cell: 202-***-**** • ac3div@r.postjobfree.com Professional Summary

Well-trained public policy analyst, human rights defender and communication consultant with over ten (10) years of experience in organizational management, policy formulation and advocacy that offer meaningful contributions in nonprofit and government operations with excellent interpersonal communication and organizational savvy skills to perform multi-tasks smoothly. Skills

Planning and development

Promotes positive behavior

Talented interviewer

Accomplished leader

Excellent communication strategy

Resource management expertise

Independent judgment and decision making

Strong presentation skills

Project management authority

Strategic planning capability

Work History

Policy and Communication Consultant, 09/2016 to Current SELF EMPLOYED – Silver Spring, MD

Developed new process for employee evaluation for non-profits organizations which resulted in

marked performance improvements.

Maintained and expanded strategic partnerships in government, the community and with relevant organizations.

Assisted various business groups with document organization and dissemination during acquisitions.

Performed client assessment and analysis to begin research process. Event Programmer (Volunteer), 09/2017 to 10/2017

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. – Washington, DC

Provide administrative, technical and communication supports for the successful implementation of

the 47th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) of over 9,000 persons and held under the auspices of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.

Solved unresolved customer issues.

Provided accurate, specific and timely performance feedback to the Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.

Identified individual development needs with appropriate training.

Assumed leadership over team productivity and managed work flow to meet or exceed quality service goals during the period.

Managed work flow to exceed quality service goals during the ALC'17 event. Program Leader, 09/2016 to 11/2016

KAMA Group – Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

Conduct trainings for more than 40 residents, representing various organizations in D.C. and Maryland in grassroots mobilization, civic education, constituency building and employees' relations.

Train local community leaders to maintain a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.

Provide training on how to recruit, select and retain quality administrators, teachers and support staff for nonprofit organizations.

Built constructive and open relationships with families and representatives of nonprofit organizations with friendly communication.

Designed monthly activity schedules.

Provided guidance during training on how to resolve staff and bosses’ disputes through constructive

problem-solving techniques.

Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance. Administrative Intern/ Human Rights Intern, 10/2016 to 08/2017 Association of Liberians in America (DMV Areas) – Gaithersburg, Maryland

Compiled statistical data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Wrote human rights progress reports for subsequent testimony by the organization in any court in Liberia and the United States.

Participated in leadership meetings and provided meeting minutes.

Supervised community leaders and educate them on appropriate methods to reduce risk to the immigrant community.

Maintained organized records and documentation of the organization in compliance with department and legal standards.

Oversaw organizational internship program to improve youth education for immigrants.

Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments for regional leaders of the organization.

Chief Executive Officer, 06/2010 to 06/2016

Campaigners for Change International (CfCI) – Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

Oversaw all departmental programs and events of the institution in Washington, D.C, including planning, staffing, logistics and evaluation/reporting.

Produce policy reports and briefs on workforce issues, frequently using a racial equity lens

Advance effective policy recommendations that improve the lives of District residents.

Conduct original quantitative and qualitative research.

Testify on pending legislation and analyze DC budget proposals related to job training, adult education, and workplace policies such as the minimum wage.

Engage with media, inform policymakers and staff, and collaborate with community-based advocates

Represent CfCI in advocacy coalitions.

Present on CfCI research and the budget process for diverse and multicultural audiences.

Actively represented the institution at donor meetings, manage collaborations with other partners and respond to external communication.

Performed multitask administrative work using word processing and high-speed typing skills.

Coordinated volunteers' activities and inspiring them to be self-motivated professionals to grip multiple tasks with speed and accuracy.

Organized, planned and coordinate educational rallies and grassroots events to sell campaign ideas at rallies for immediate action.

Organized and led employees' relations manual design and conduct regular monthly and quarterly meetings to review policies on team building, civic education, crimes prevention, anti- corruption and voluntarism.

Continually maintained and improved the organization's reputation and positive image in D.C. and West Africa.

Skillfully developed departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures.

Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of projects and programs in an effective and efficient manner.

Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem

resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating a proactive work environment.

Cooperated and communicated effectively with donors to ensure client satisfaction and

compliance with set standards.

Conducted monthly teleconference, in-services and staff meetings to educate, get feedback and

facilitate good communication.

Represented and interpreted the organization's functions and services to the

public, government agencies and other organizations. Communication Consultant, 01/2012 to 12/2014

The Liberian Senate – Monrovia, Liberia

Established and maintained external communications calendar, and managed scheduled assignments.

Drafted and managed print, online and social media communications to promote the Office of the

Chairperson on Executive, image and values.

Provided feedback to the Chairperson on Executive (same as the U.S. Senate) at the Liberian Senate on news articles on electronic and print media.

Served as the primary point of contact for incoming media calls, including requests for meetings and

interviews with the Chairperson on the Senate's Committee on Executive.

Leveraged professional relationships to develop new legislative opportunities.

Planned and launched innovative, creative and effective communications campaigns, such as online

Facebook campaign, which resulted in sharing information to 50,000 persons monthly.

Drafted engaging, accurate and effective press releases. Education

Master of Arts: Public Administration, 2012

Cuttington University - Monrovia, Montserrado, Liberia

Bachelor of Arts: Public Policy, 2008

Cuttington University - Monrovia, Bong, Liberia

Certificate of Completion in Advocacy Training: Advocacy & Congressional Visits, 2017 Torture Abolition & Survivors Support Coalition Training - Washington, DC

Professional Fellowship: Leadership Development and Organizational Management, 2016 International Development Exchange & Action Fellowship - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Certificate of Achievement in Rethinking Education: Entrepreneurship, 2016 World Bank Group Training - Washington, D.C.

Certificate of Achievement in Leadership Development: Organizational Management, 2015 Mandela Institute for Development Studies - Sandton, GP, South Africa

Certificate of Completion in Nonprofit Management: Nonprofit Leadership and Governance, 2015 West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) - Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

Fellowship in Social Entrepreneurship: Transformation of Social Entrepreneurship in Africa, 2014 International Youth Foundation - Baltimore, MD

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