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Ibrahima Diallo

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Highly dedicated and resourceful non-profit Executive Professional with significant experience in all aspects of non-profit fundraising and management. Proven record of fostering organizational growth. Adept at effective management of a large staff. Proven problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Immigration and Outreach Programs Director

African Communities Public Health Coalition (African Coalition)
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Spearheaded Refugees Resettlement Program in coordination with federal, local and communities' agencies and organizations in Los Angeles
  • Designed, developed, and oversaw immigration department programs and daily operations including completion and filing of all Immigration petitions for Asylum, Temporary Protection Status, Naturalization, Family Petition, Work Visa, VAWA, DACA, Permanent Residency Permit
  • Created and participated in immigration outreach clinics for Immigrants.
  • Supervised and evaluated legal staff performance including attorney and legal support staff.
  • Conducted research on periodic changes in immigration policies and regulations.
  • Developed and delivered legal training to business & marketing teams
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws and adherence to company policy
  • Directed community immigration outreach events and support to immigrants with emergency needs.
  • Prepared quarterly reports for submission to state and county agencies.
  • Participated in the creation and implementation of community programs in collaboration with all nonprofits and government agencies
  • Outstanding record of successful grant writing and submission for more than 2 million dollars
  • Managed and supervised the implementation of one of the largest cultural conferences in California.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Executive Director

Africa Foundation International
05.2015 - 12.2018
  • Planned and coordinated fundraising events for communities' social projects.
  • Earned reputation for implementing community capacity building projects.
  • Developed programs to achieve successful fundraising goals.

Online Instructor/Faculty

Udemy
10.2013 - 04.2015
  • Developed and delivered customized team building workshops for 100+ employees, resulting in a 20% increase in cross-departmental collaboration and a 15% rise in employee satisfaction scores within six months.
  • Crafted and implemented a motivational training program focused on enhancing employee engagement and productivity leading to a 25% improvement in project completion times and a 30% in absenteeism rates.

Executive Director

San Diego Museum of African Arts
02.2002 - 11.2007
  • Created and supervised the creation of one of the largest museums of African Arts
  • Designed and presented performing art exhibits, art programs, and cultural events
  • Grew membership enrollment by 100% and growth in gross revenue within a year of business operation along with a profit margin increase of 50%.
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.

Education

Doctor of Public Administration (In Progress) - Public Administration

Northcentral University
San Diego, CA
2026

Master of Arts - Higher Education

Ashford University
Clinton, IA

Master of Arts - Organizational Management

Ashford University
Clinton, IA

Bachelor of Arts -

American University
Washington, D.C.

Some College (No Degree) - Political Science And Government

Harvard University Ext.
Cambridge, MA

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Donor Cultivation
  • Community Development
  • Grant writing
  • Leadership Development
  • Operations Management
  • Budget Development
  • Project Management
  • Financial Management
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Organizational Development
  • Fundraising Events

Certification

  • Certificate of Completion on Comprehensive Overview of Immigration Law
  • FEMA/DHS Certificate on Understanding Targeted Cyber Attacks
  • FEMA Certificate on Lifelines, Logistics and Supply Chain Awareness
  • Paralegal Certificate/ University of California San Diego

Accomplishments

  • Featured in various official news media including the front page of the San Diego Union Tribune, the San Diego Downtown News, San Diego Channel 8 and radio station for outstanding contribution to the arts and community.
  • 2010 Golden Achievement Award recipient

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Immigration and Outreach Programs Director

African Communities Public Health Coalition (African Coalition)
08.2022 - 10.2023

Executive Director

Africa Foundation International
05.2015 - 12.2018

Online Instructor/Faculty

Udemy
10.2013 - 04.2015

Executive Director

San Diego Museum of African Arts
02.2002 - 11.2007

Doctor of Public Administration (In Progress) - Public Administration

Northcentral University

Master of Arts - Higher Education

Ashford University

Master of Arts - Organizational Management

Ashford University

Bachelor of Arts -

American University

Some College (No Degree) - Political Science And Government

Harvard University Ext.
  • Certificate of Completion on Comprehensive Overview of Immigration Law
  • FEMA/DHS Certificate on Understanding Targeted Cyber Attacks
  • FEMA Certificate on Lifelines, Logistics and Supply Chain Awareness
  • Paralegal Certificate/ University of California San Diego
Ibrahima Diallo