Aseel Fara
San Francisco,CA
Summary
I am deeply committed to transforming San Francisco, the city that shaped my identity, into a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable city. My vision is for a city where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive. It is time to build a San Francisco that reflects our shared values and aspirations for a brighter future.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Development Assistant
San Francisco Planning Department, Community Equity Division, Tenderloin Planning Team
09.2022 - Current
- Served as a liaison to the Tenderloin community
- Managed grants and collaborated with project sponsors to define scope of work, budgets, performance metrics, and project deliverables
- Organized and led the outreach of San Francisco's first neighborhood-wide participatory budgeting process
- Collaborated with diverse stakeholders, including community-based organizations, neighborhood block groups, the Supervisor's Office, small businesses, residents, and key agencies to foster inclusive community development
- Led the creation of the Tenderloin Youth Services Gap Analysis, integrating qualitative and quantitative data to guide the Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families' funding allocations for FY 2024-2029
- Project-managed updates to the Tenderloin website and developed the Tenderloin Community Action Plan newsletter to enhance community awareness and engagement
- This position liaises and coordinates directly with Tenderloin stakeholder groups including community-based organizations, neighborhood-block groups, supervisor’s office, small businesses, residents and other key agencies or groups.
- Responsible for strengthening the relationships between the city and community stakeholders and promoting a healthier, safer, and resilient Tenderloin neighborhood for all.
Youth Voice Outreach Coordinator
Tenderloin Community Benefit District
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Orchestrated a wide range of impactful community events, thought-provoking meetings,, and discussions
- Collaborated with city agencies including the District 5 Office, Department of Emergency Management, and the Department of Youth and Families, to amplify the voices of young individuals amidst the Tenderloin State of Emergency
- Natured relationships with Administrative/Program leads of key community programs.
- Lead the development and maintenance of the Tenderloin Youth Voice Directory, an innovative website dedicated to connecting Tenderloin Youth with vital programs and resources within the community
Intern
San Francisco's District 10 Office (Supervisor Shamann Walton's Office)
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Championed the rights of District 10 constituents by actively engaging in the fight for crucial issues including public health, public safety, homelessness/housing, education accessibility, equity, reparations, and an array of other pressing concerns
- Performed essential duties including accompanying Supervisor Walton during press conferences, preparing "Certificates of Honor" to be awarded by Supervisor Walton during board meetings, and conducting thorough research and data analysis
Human Resources & Operations Supervisor
AMC Theatres
San Francisco, CA
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Administered San Francisco's AMC Metreon Human Resource department, overseeing staffing/hiring, scheduling, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, health, and safety.
- Ensured human resource strategies aligned with AMC's business goals, consistently exceeding departmental expectations.
- Coordinated and coached theatre crew to perform essential job functions effectively.
- Observed theatre crew performance and provided feedback for discipline and performance evaluations to both crew and corporate offices.
- Led the development of team members through ongoing coaching and support.
Education
Bachelors - Political Science, Philosophy
San Francisco State University
05.2022
Certificate - Foundations of Project Management
Google
Certificate - Diaspora Organizing
Friends Committee on National Legislation
Skills
- Strategic Outreach
- Analytics
- Communications (verbal & written)
- Relationship Building
- Community Organizing
- Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Public speaking
- Fundraising
- Project Management
- MS Applications
Languages
English
Arabic
Timeline
Community Development Assistant
San Francisco Planning Department, Community Equity Division, Tenderloin Planning Team
09.2022 - Current
Youth Voice Outreach Coordinator
Tenderloin Community Benefit District
10.2021 - 08.2022
Intern
San Francisco's District 10 Office (Supervisor Shamann Walton's Office)
01.2020 - 08.2020
Human Resources & Operations Supervisor
AMC Theatres
03.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelors - Political Science, Philosophy
San Francisco State University
Certificate - Foundations of Project Management
Google
Certificate - Diaspora Organizing
Friends Committee on National Legislation
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