Harry Jean-Jacques
Boston,MA
Summary
Results-driven Community Outreach Coordinator with exceptional presentation, event planning, and project management skills. Proficient in coordinating community fundraising initiatives, managing information databases, and optimizing annual planning processes to maximize opportunities and community outreach. With nearly six years of experience in community engagement, event coordination, and resource management, Eager to contribute as an Outreach Coordinator at The City of Boston, dedicated to achieving impactful program results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Big Hope Project
2021.09 - Current
- Acted as the primary point of contact for Boston's returning citizen population, fostering enriching community events and developing programs
- Built strong relationships with local organizations, returning residents, the state, and the city of Boston to create a sense of belonging for Boston's returning citizens
- Produced 500 social media assets that garnered 332,000 annual LinkedIn impressions, 200,000 annual Instagram impressions, and over 1,000,000 since the organization's founding
- Excelled in written communication, sending over 3,000 professional emails to various stakeholders and authoring grant proposals.
Boston Regional Coordinator
National Expungement Week
2020.07 - 2021.07
- Cultivated partnerships with employers, transitional housing, and job training programs to support successful reintegration
- Organized and facilitated neighborhood meetings, workshops, and focus groups to gather input and feedback from residents on neighborhood development initiatives
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop and disseminate communication strategies, including social media campaigns, newsletters, and press releases
- Crafted and implemented tailored community outreach strategies to actively involve and educate returning citizen residents in Boston, collaborating with business leaders, nonprofits, and city councilors
- Demonstrated expert written communication skills by drafting over 2,000 professional emails and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders.
Marketing Committee Chair
Massachusetts Recreational Consumer Council
2018.12 - 2020.08
- Led key stakeholders in developing and implementing state-based initiatives, including educational programs for the Cannabis Control Commission's first Social Equity cohort
- Championed community interests and contributed to historic wins, such as the successful passage of the Cambridge Cannabis Business Permitting Ordinance, promoting equitable opportunities and representation within the industry
- Effectively communicated an equity agenda through impactful public speaking engagements, compelling public testimony, and active participation in networking events and industry conferences, resulting in a 50% increase in social media followers and a 35% rise in website traffic.
Education
Associate of Science -
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA01.2026
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
- Event Coordination
- Case Management
- Social Media Management
- Communication
- Organization
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Cultural Competency
- Community resource management
Achievements
- 2022 Governor's Citation: Awarded by Governor Charlie Baker for commitment to reentry.
- 2022 Young Professional Award: Received from the US Haitian Chamber of Commerce.
- Best New England Non-Profit: Awarded to Big Hope Project at the 2023 New England Cannabis Convention Community Awards.
- Champion in Diversity & Inclusion: Awarded to Big Hope Project at the 2023 New England Cannabis Convention Community Awards.
- Massachusetts State Senate Citation: Recognized by Senator Lydia Edwards, Senator Liz Miranda, and Senate President Karen E. Spilka for work on expunging records of individuals disproportionately harmed by the War on Drugs.
Languages
Haitian Creole
Professional Working
Timeline
Founder
Big Hope Project
2021.09 - Current
Boston Regional Coordinator
National Expungement Week
2020.07 - 2021.07
Marketing Committee Chair
Massachusetts Recreational Consumer Council
2018.12 - 2020.08
Associate of Science -
Mount Wachusett Community College
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