SAWA KAMARA
Washington D.C., MD, ***** 240-***-**** adi8lh@r.postjobfree.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sawa-kamara-3475ba47/
Corresponding Analyst Organizational Vision & Values Administrative Support
Analytical and performance-driven professional with specialized experience in strategic planning, organizational programs, leadership, and conflict resolution. Manages multiple high-impact projects simultaneously from concept to completion, handles interruptions, and remains focused to accomplish organizational objectives.
Strategic Planning & Operations
Team Leadership
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Office Management
Conflict Resolution
Needs Assessments
Program Support
Policies & Procedures
Analysis Tools
Data Analytics
CASE MANAGER (40 hours/week) June 23, 2018 – Present
Institute for Public Health Innovation Washington D.C., MD
Spearhead the support process and community immersion for patients with chronic heart failure at George Washington University Hospital (Medical Faculty Associates Heart Failure Clinic). Implement culturally and linguistically appropriate care to reduce actual and/or perceived health care disparities among the patient population. Cross-functionally collaborate with medical providers, primary care teams, and other agencies to improve patient care and outcomes.
Selected Accomplishments
Advocate for 12+ patients simultaneously as a resource or representative, helping patients in utilizing resources, including scheduling appointments and assisting with completion of applications for programs.
Slashed hospital department costs through efficient patient teaching methods, ultimately providing the support needed to keep patients safe and healthy in the community.
Utilized an automated correspondence control system to liaison with a multitude of departments, intentionally communicating internal policies, regulations, decisions, and procedures.
Execute administrative and program support work including the submission of data collection forms, reports, and confidential documentation related to patient care.
PRESIDENT, COMMUNITY ADVOCATE (20 hours/week) January 17, 2015 – Present
Civic Association Washington D.C., MD
Operate as a catalyst and critical thought leader to provide support, advocacy, leadership, resourcing, documentation and encouragement for low-income communities. Facilitate communication and serve as the administrative liaison between Councilwoman Deni Taveras, the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement, and residential property owners. Assess community issues in low income sectors and initiate improvements.
Selected Accomplishments
Spearheaded all campaign operations for City Council Ward 5 Takoma Park. Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications that spark ideation and collaboration.
Strong understanding of social media strategy and building campaign awareness through digital platforms. Utilized Facebook Live, Instagram, Nextdoor, and Listserv.
Recognized for strategic planning skills in the form of efficient time management and delegating tasks to achieve project objectives in a timely manner.
Active participant in local media interviews to effectively communicate campaign positions. Directed a voter’s registration with the ultimate goal of increasing voters’ participation.
Co-wrote a grant with the Housing Initiative Partnership and Neighborhood Design Center to obtain a $75K grant for community revitalization.
Recognized for community efforts through naming of personal street titled “Sawa’s Hope Circle.”
Innovated and led a food distribution to provide meals for low-income individuals and families.
Assisted in the passing of CB-091-2017, an initiative that grants Prince George’s County authority to impose civil fines and penalties for violations of the Housing Code.
Obtained a county grant for neighborhood revitalization through initiative creation and collaboration with neighborhood designers and council members.
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OFFICE MANAGER (20 hours/week) August 10, 2011 – January 10, 2015
Dr. Mistry Dentistry Rockville, MD
Implemented strategic office support including inventory level accuracy, patient scheduling, staff scheduling, payroll, and payment collection. Cultivated authentic relationships with patients to ensure comfort and a high level of patient care.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously from concept to completion.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (20 hours/week) February 2, 2008 – July 22, 2011
Koroma, CPA Tax & Financial Services, LLC. Lanham, MD
Executed a multitude of administrative duties including scheduling algorithms, coordination of meetings, drafting and editing correspondence, and maintaining organization of electronic file systems. Built customer relationships through accurate processing of 30+ telephone and in person inquiries daily related to the firm's policies and procedures.
General Studies; Social Science Administration & Health – Montgomery County Community College
Policy Board Member – Takoma Park, Silver Springs Food Corporation, MD
Appointed to the Friends of Takoma Park Library – Takoma Park, MD
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) – Prince George’s County
Appointed to CHEER
IT-Blocks Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Outlook Calendar Editing & Proofreading OFO Contact Lists Market Research Data Entry Records Management