JALIL WHITFIELD
SKILLS
• Attention to detail
• Customer service
• Time management
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Computer skills
• Flexible schedule
• Team leadership
• Documentation and reporting
• Valid Driver's license
• Project leadership
• Community outreach
• Volunteer recruitment
• Strong work ethic
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in community outreach and volunteer recruitment, honed at Verdugo Strategies. Excelled in team leadership and project management, significantly enhancing voter engagement and team performance. Skilled in both customer service and computer applications, adept at fostering professional growth and driving successful campaign outcomes.
WORK HISTORY
March 2024 - November 2024
Organizer Verdugo Strategies, Philadelphia, PA
March 2022 - November 2023
Field Supervisor Black Men Vote, Philadelphia, PA
April 2019 - March 2022
Campaign Canvasser Outreach, Philadelphia, PA
• Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions. Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
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Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
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• Recruit, train, and manage voter registration and canvassing events. Build up a strong volunteer base and understanding of the area for Get Out the Vote (GOTV) in November 2024
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Provide daily/weekly reports of voter contact and volunteer recruitment data to the Field Director.
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Monitored employee performance for compliance with regulations and policies.
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Facilitated collaboration between cross-functional teams to improve project outcomes and maintain a cohesive work environment.
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• Investigated issues and developed effective solutions.
• Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
• Conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback
• Identified development and improvement areas and set up training Provided exceptional mentorship to staff members, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
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Presented weekly and monthly performance reports to demonstrate team progress.
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Trained new canvassers on effective communication techniques and strategies, resulting in a more cohesive and successful outreach effort.
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Elevated public awareness of key campaign issues through informative conversations during door-to-door engagements.
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Built strong relationships with community members through empathetic listening and genuine conversations, fostering a positive image for the campaign.
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Increased voter engagement by effectively communicating campaign messages and goals during door-to-door canvassing efforts.
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CONTACT
Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Travel from state to State to help Improved numbers in voter Registration turnouts.
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EDUCATION
June 2005
GED
Strawberry Mansion, Philadelphia, PA
• Honor Roll [Semester and Year]