ALHAJI BAH
Bronx,NY
Summary
Globally focused professional with expertise in international diplomacy, conflict resolution, and digital marketing. Proven track record of promoting student participation in Model UN conferences and leading reconciliation programs. Passionate about fostering global understanding and sustainable development through diplomacy and event management. Developed strong relationships, communication, and public relations skills professionally. Demonstrates adaptability to new challenges and applies effective problem-solving techniques. Seeking to transition into a new field where transferable skills can drive success and innovation. Possesses extensive knowledge about peacebuilding, peacemaking, and building trust with the community involved.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Communication and External Affairs
African Renaissance and Diaspora Network
01.2021 - Current
- Media and Social Media Engagement Develop, curate, and schedule engaging content for ARDN’s social media platforms to promote the Red Card Campaign
- Draft press releases, official statements, and other communications materials for public dissemination to generate buzz and solicit media coverage in global media outlets
- Campaign Strategy and Advocacy Assist in planning and coordinating communication strategies that align the Card Campaign with the SDG agenda
- Collaborate with ARDN’s partners, ambassadors, and community leaders to amplify the campaign’s visibility
- Research best practices and advocacy models to enhance public engagement with the campaign
- Conduct thorough internet research to support ARDN’s campaigns and initiatives
- Content Development Produce articles, blogs, and multimedia content highlighting the campaign’s progress and its connection to SDG advocacy
- Assist in creating visual content, including infographics, videos, and graphics, to convey key messages effectively
- Event Promotion and Public Relations: Support the organization and promotion of Red Card Campaign events and activities
- Engage with influencers, media professionals, and stakeholders to broaden the campaign’s reach
- Manage outreach efforts to identify potential partners and ambassadors for the campaign
- Administrative & Ad-hoc Tasks: Assisting with projects as assigned, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
- Provide reliable support to the communications team in a fast-paced environment
Delegate
Model United Nations
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Represented the Delegation of Gabon, authored a position paper, and delivered speeches on global issues
- Collaborated with other delegations, achieving eight awards as a delegation
- Skills: Public Speaking, Negotiation, Team Building
Policy Analyst
African View Organization
01.2018 - 01.2021
- I assessed policy impacts, gathered data from diverse sources, and presented findings to senior management and stakeholders
- Make recommendations for enhancing the impact of policies
- Find the policy's legal shortcomings and suggest changes
- Policy drafts should be edited and modified as needed
- Communicate with interested parties to identify policy requirements and objectives
- Obtain information, compile reports on the qualitative and quantitative analysis, and examine the state and trends of the market
- I monitored legislative activities and regulatory developments to identify potential impacts on the organization's interests
- I conducted cost-benefit analyses to evaluate the viability and effectiveness of proposed policy changes
- Examine and assess laws and regulations and analyze the advantages and disadvantages of the current policies
- Support broader organizational efforts: assist with organizational events, special projects, strategy conversations, and committees
International Civil & Human Rights Advocate
UNITED SIKHS
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Attend and observe all proceedings of the Council, except the Council deliberation under the complaint’s procedures
- Submit written statements to the Human Rights Council
- Make a verbal intervention to the Human Rights Council
- Participate in debates, interactive dialogues, panel discussions, and informal meetings
- Organize parallel events on issues relevant to the work of the Human Rights Council
- Gathering data about violations of existing human rights
- I am reviewing cases in collaboration with legal experts and the relevant victims
- Advancing program and policy goals through project and campaign management, partnerships, coalition building, message development, internal collaboration, and selective implementation
- Assisting with the program's communications strategy and tasks in collaboration with the organization's communications team
Personal Banker
Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Offered a holistic approach to financial services by promoting and demonstrating alternative delivery channels to customers
- Demonstrated self-service system usage of ATMs, kiosks, and online banking
- Supported achieving the HSBC vision, values, goals, and culture in personal behavior, actions, and decision-making
- I took personal responsibility for understanding and agreeing on performance expectations, completing necessary mandatory training, and developing the capability and competence needed to be effective in the role
- Contributed to team development, effectiveness, and success by sharing knowledge and good practices and working collaboratively with others to create a productive, diverse, and supportive working environment
- Established and maintained strong working relationships with colleagues in more comprehensive RBWM businesses and others as appropriate to service client needs
- Assist with establishing standards and procedures to guide the administration of organizational financial compliance
Customer Services Representative
Wells Fargo
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Participated in opening and closing store procedures
- Responsible for meeting or exceeding specific individual sales goals
- Ensured customer problems were handled appropriately and knew when to consult managers
- Less trained, less experienced team members
Education
Masters in International Relations and Global Futures -
12.2024
Bachelor’s Degree - International Relations and Diplomacy
01.2023
Associate degree - healthcare administration
01.2019
Skills
- Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office, document editing, video conferencing, and typing
- Language: Fluent in French and English
- Leadership: Team Management, Team Building, Public Speaking, Media Engagements, and Interviewing
- Event Management
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Research
- Cross-Cultural Diplomacy
- Public Speaking
- Negotiation
- Document Translation
- Cultural Competence
- Stakeholder Negotiation and Mediation
- Adaptive Leadership
- Salesforce Proficiency
- Effective Project Management
- Continuous Learning and Adaptability
- Time Management
- Analyzing Complex Abstract Written Information
- Time and Project Management
- Oral and Written Communication
- Operations Coordination
- Customer Relationship Management
- Risk Management
- Strategic Planning
Languages
French
Full Professional
Haitian creole
Full Professional
Timeline
Delegate - Model United Nations
01.2023 - 04.2023
Communication and External Affairs - African Renaissance and Diaspora Network
01.2021 - Current
Policy Analyst - African View Organization
01.2018 - 01.2021
International Civil & Human Rights Advocate - UNITED SIKHS
09.2015 - 01.2018
Personal Banker - Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
06.2013 - 03.2015
Customer Services Representative - Wells Fargo
07.2011 - 05.2013
Mercy University - Bachelor’s Degree, International Relations and Diplomacy
Mandl College - Associate degree, healthcare administration
New York University - Masters in International Relations and Global Futures,
Similar Profiles
Christopher UnderwoodChristopher Underwood
Art Intern at Museum of African DiasporaArt Intern at Museum of African Diaspora
Nicole MilanovicNicole Milanovic
Senior Editor and Communications Manager at TANTV: Journalism for the African and the Multicultural DiasporaSenior Editor and Communications Manager at TANTV: Journalism for the African and the Multicultural Diaspora
Marissa EddyMarissa Eddy
Teacher Assistant at Black Diaspora And African American StudiesTeacher Assistant at Black Diaspora And African American Studies