Global Health Community Engagement
Resume:
Gabrielle Rose
Chicago, IL **620
Email: **********@*****.*** Phone: 773-***-****
Professional Summary
Results-driven Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) professional with 4+ years of experience leading institutional equity initiatives, managing data-driven DEI programs, and supporting compliance-aligned practices suitable for legal and professional-services environments. Skilled in project management, cross-functional collaboration, DEI reporting, attorney engagement, communications, and confidential data handling. Known for strong analytical abilities, excellent writing and presentation skills, and capacity to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, matrixed organizations.
Core Competencies
• DEI Strategy & Best Practices
• Attorney & Stakeholder Engagement
• Data Analysis, Benchmarking & Reporting
• Diversity Hiring & Pipeline Development
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Confidential Data Management
• Policy & Accessibility Review
• Program Leadership & Facilitation
• Communications, Branding & Messaging
• Industry Research & Benchmarking
• Budget Development & Spend Tracking
• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Professional Experience
Director of Diversity
Whitman College Walla Walla, WA
2019 – 2023
• Managed responses to institutional and industry DEI benchmarking surveys, synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data for leadership.
• Collaborated with Talent Management and institutional analytics teams to track demographics, trends, and statistical insights.
• Led diversity hiring collaborations by supporting recruitment efforts, assisting with fellowship programs, and strengthening hiring pipelines for underrepresented candidates.
• Developed accountability frameworks to support DEI commitments and partnered closely with senior leaders, faculty, and staff across departments.
• Stayed updated on DEI trends across professional, academic, and legal-service environments to guide program development.
• Managed external DEI sponsorships and organizational partnerships, coordinating participation and engagement across communities.
• Strengthened relationships with diversity-focused organizations and promoted professional development opportunities.
• Supported affinity network programming and ensured initiatives aligned with institutional strategy and global DEI goals.
• Served as a subject-matter resource supporting directors and senior leadership in DEI strategy execution.
• Drafted messaging, promotional materials, and internal communications supporting DEI visibility and engagement.
• Worked with Marketing and Communications teams to support branding, messaging, website content, and social campaigns.
• Contributed to development of DEI budgets and tracked departmental spending.
• Handled sensitive and confidential data with integrity, maintaining compliance with privacy, security, and policy standards.
Board Member, Diversity & Inclusion Council
Whitman College Walla Walla, WA
2019 – 2023
• Reviewed DEI-related policies and proposed data-informed improvements supporting equity and accessibility.
• Participated in decision-making related to DEI resource allocation, climate priorities, and institutional accountability.
• Collaborated with administrators and faculty to elevate issues affecting diverse student and staff groups.
• Assisted with programming and communication strategies for DEI initiatives across departments.
Member, Inclusion Task Force
Whitman College Walla Walla, WA
2019 – 2023
• Analyzed climate survey data and demographic trends to inform institutional DEI strategy.
• Evaluated structural barriers and proposed actionable solutions aligned with best practices.
• Supported priority-setting efforts and contributed to recommendations adopted by leadership.
Co-Director of Programming, Diversity Specialist Training Event (Featuring Angela Davis)
Whitman College Walla Walla, WA
2019 – 2023
• Co-directed large-scale DEI training program attended by faculty, students, and external partners.
• Oversaw programming logistics, scheduling, speaker coordination, and cross-team execution.
• Worked directly with Angela Davis’s team to support keynote engagement and event flow.
• Developed communications, promotional materials, and content supporting program visibility.
• Managed volunteer teams and facilitated cross-department collaboration for seamless delivery.
Education
Whitman College Walla Walla, WA
Coursework Completed Toward Bachelor’s Degree
2019 – 2023 In good standing; degree not completed
Additional Highlights
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills widely used across DEI communications.
• Creative and solutions-driven approach to addressing challenges and improving outcomes.
• Experienced in multi-tasking, deadline management, and handling complex initiatives.
• Strong relationship-builder who collaborates effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Committed to fostering inclusive, ethical, and accountable work environments.
Diversity Lead, Chicago Park District
Chicago, IL
2023 to Current
• Lead DEI-focused youth engagement initiatives through community-based swimming programs serving Chicago Public Schools.
• Develop inclusive programming that expands access to aquatics education for underrepresented youth.
• Collaborate with community partners, school administrators, and park district leadership to strengthen equitable recreational opportunities.
• Facilitate outreach efforts to ensure participation across diverse neighborhoods and student groups.
• Support data collection and reporting for program participation, demographic representation, and impact evaluation.
• Promote safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive environments throughout all youth programming.
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