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Amal Ibrahim

7075 Amundson Ave Unit 303 Edina,MN

Summary

With 11 years of expertise in government relations, political strategy, and community outreach. Proven success in working closely with Governor Tim Walz and multiple legislative campaign teams to influence policy and drive legislative outcomes. As Regional East African Director, led grassroots mobilization efforts, fostering strong relationships within the East African community and advocating for key issues at local, state, and federal levels. Skilled in policy analysis, political communication, and coalition-building to advance organizational goals. Adept at coordinating campaigns, managing legislative activities, and creating impactful strategies to support political initiatives. Passionate about community empowerment, public policy advocacy, and driving positive change through legislative action.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Political Director /Field Manager

MN House Of Representatives
02.2022 - 11.2024
  • Developed and coordinated field-level operations to ensure project beneficiaries' adequate and efficient service provision
  • Managed events, meetings, projects, and community outreach agendas, ensuring successful implementation
  • Kept abreast of trends in communication, community relations, and media to drive effective outreach strategies
  • Identified locations and events to conduct canvassing for the statewide campaigns
  • Made promotional campaign materials available to the general public, particularly the Black Indigenous and people of color East African community in Metro
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations governing political campaigns at local, state, and federal levels.
  • Submitted public questions, collected signatures for the campaign, and identified supporters through door-to-door canvassing activities
  • Implemented robust volunteer training programs to equip supporters with essential knowledge and skills for effective canvassing efforts.
  • Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns
  • Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to connect local government and legislative body to constituents and community members.

Regional Outreach Coordinator /Community Outreach Organizer

Democratic Farmer Labor Party
06.2017 - 11.2023
  • Organized and facilitated in-person and virtual meetings for DFL Statewide Primary and General Elections for Attorney General Keith Ellison, Governor Tim Walz, and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, including town hall-style events with community leaders and members.
  • Served as the Attorney General's outreach coordinator, visibility and accessibility within Black, Indigenous people of color, East African communities.
  • Managed social media presence, aligning posts with branding and current trends to engage and inform the community.
  • Built collaborative relationships by engaging with elected officials, local government and council members and community leaders
  • Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, working closely with vendors, venues, sponsors, speakers, and attendees to ensure smooth execution.
  • Planned and executed statewide campaigns, focusing on visibility efforts for targeted districts and recruiting supporters and volunteers through organized events.
  • Completed reports summarizing electoral strategic plans, analyzing campaign effectiveness and outcomes.
  • Attended and contributed to weekly campaign meetings, offering insights and updates on progress.
  • Led and executed field operations, ensuring alignment with campaign goals and objectives.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Managed and motivated a team of trained organizers, driving progress toward field goals and key milestones.
  • Established new and lasting partnerships with local organizations, leaders, and community members, enhancing campaign outreach and engagement.
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant lobbying disclosure requirements through accurate record-keeping practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of goals and resources in executing political initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive messaging around priority legislative initiatives.
  • Enhanced legislative processes by analyzing and evaluating proposed legislation for potential impact on stakeholders.
  • Streamlined communication between legislators and constituents through the development of accessible online platforms.

Executive Board Member, Community Outreach Specialist

African Immigrant Lake Council
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Partnered and worked with different faith groups, local org and school districts to support racial and economic justice in their institutions
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategic plans to drive growth, profitability, and long-term success.
  • Assisted in training and developing community leaders to build community power and be informed
  • Steered the organization toward long-term sustainability by maintaining a clear vision for future growth opportunities.
  • Informed local government officials about community issues and aided small business during the civil unrest in south Minneapolis
  • Influenced positive change across the organization by driving cultural transformation initiatives that aligned with strategic priorities
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
  • Established effective communication channels for seamless collaboration between board members, executives, and employees.

Senior Interpreter

United States District Court
01.2012 - 01.2016

• Assisted with case intake; preparation of court orders, judgments and writs of attachment; routes documents and orders

• Provided consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between Somali and English and vice versa

  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.

• Served as a cultural broker between client and provider

• Provided quality control review of translated documents as required.

Education

BS - Healthcare Administration

California State University Long Beach

College Associate Degree - Biology health science

West Los Angeles Community College
Culver City, CA

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Decision Making
  • Attention to Detail
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Presentation
  • Program Oversight
  • Office Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Community organizing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Public Relations
  • Campaign Organizing
  • Political Knowledge
  • Political strategy
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Microsoft office- including Powerpoint teams & sharepoint
  • Legislative Monitoring
  • Policy analysis
  • Government Affairs

Keystrengths


  • Committed leader, skilled at adapting to diverse cultures and client needs while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
  • Strong understanding of local government and legislative process and requirements, strategic priorities, and technical frameworks.
  • Professional community interpreter with a record of successful program delivery and excellent customer service.
  • Quadrilingual, English, Somali, Arabic.
  • Ability to understand the difference between local and state legislative proposals and policies.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) and manuals for human services and protection programs.
  • Extensive experience in outreach and engagement with Black indigenous and people of color, and new immigrants, driving impactful community programs.
  • Adept in navigating social media networks, public speaking, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on optimizing productivity and service quality.

Timeline

Political Director /Field Manager

MN House Of Representatives
02.2022 - 11.2024

Executive Board Member, Community Outreach Specialist

African Immigrant Lake Council
01.2020 - 06.2022

Regional Outreach Coordinator /Community Outreach Organizer

Democratic Farmer Labor Party
06.2017 - 11.2023

Senior Interpreter

United States District Court
01.2012 - 01.2016

BS - Healthcare Administration

California State University Long Beach

College Associate Degree - Biology health science

West Los Angeles Community College
Amal Ibrahim