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Aidil Oscariz

Miami,FL

Summary

Highly experienced in diverse writing and editing such as legal writing, grant writing, ethnographies, book chapters, policy briefs. Very successful in telling stories in a compelling way that resulted in positive outcomes in court decisions for my clients. Have participated in various writing courses, workshops, and peer groups. Possesses exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Grant Writing Coach

Writing For Green
02.2023 - Current
  • Provide grant writing coaching and support for executive directors/CEOs and development personnel.
  • Draft portions of grant proposals describing the work of the organization, specific programs, projects, services, initiatives, or policy campaigns.
  • Edit grant proposals and provide constructive feedback to strengthen writing and build capacity.

Translator and Interpreter

MARB Language Services
01.2022 - Current
  • Translate documents from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.
  • Simultaneous Spanish/English interpretation for meetings, conferences, trainings, workshops, and other events with emphasis on cultural sensitivity.


Consultant

Advancing Justice
05.2019 - Current
  • Conceptualizing initiatives, programs, and campaigns into grant proposals.
  • Draft grant reports and educational materials.
  • Draft scripts to be used in graphics and social media platforms.
  • Create and support the development of programming to address issues and build collective power that will effect social change.

Vice President of Policy & Advocacy

Catalyst Miami
10.2016 - 05.2019
  • Conduct research and create training and informational materials for community members, legislators, and other decision-makers.
  • Support and oversee program and organizational communications, such as web and social media content.
  • Program development and execution around issues affecting residents, especially vulnerable groups.



Adjunct Professor

Miami-Dade College
05.2014 - 12.2016

● Lecture and lead class discussions and interactive activities for students; and

● Create and grade written assignments and examinations.

Attorney & Pro Bono Attorney

Americans For Immigrant Justice
11.2008 - 09.2014
  • Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda, pleadings, orders, letters, and policy recommendations.
  • Communicated with policymakers to advocate for improved policies and practices.
  • Represented children and youth in Immigration Court, Juvenile Court, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Education

J.D. - Law

Fordham University, School of Law
New York, United States
05.2008

Master of Arts - Comparative Sociology

Florida International University
Miami, FL
12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Anthropology And Liberal Studies

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05.1999

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Story development
  • Script writing
  • Editing
  • Research
  • Fantastic sense of humor
  • Receptive to feedback
  • Relationship building
  • Cultural awareness
  • Problem solving
  • Deadline driven

Publications

Youth and Charity in a Sweetwater Parish; Our Lady of Divine Providence Church in Churches and Charity in the Immigrant City; Religion, Immigration, and Civic Engagement in Miami, 171 – 189, 2009.

Timeline

Grant Writing Coach

Writing For Green
02.2023 - Current

Translator and Interpreter

MARB Language Services
01.2022 - Current

Consultant

Advancing Justice
05.2019 - Current

Vice President of Policy & Advocacy

Catalyst Miami
10.2016 - 05.2019

Adjunct Professor

Miami-Dade College
05.2014 - 12.2016

Attorney & Pro Bono Attorney

Americans For Immigrant Justice
11.2008 - 09.2014

J.D. - Law

Fordham University, School of Law

Master of Arts - Comparative Sociology

Florida International University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Anthropology And Liberal Studies

Florida International University
Aidil Oscariz