Policy and development professional with a strong foundation in social justice, education, and health policy. Expertise in financial analysis, nonprofit management, and program development. Holds a Ph.D. in International Relations and Comparative Politics and a Master's in Public Administration. Proven ability to conduct in-depth research, strategic planning, and advocacy to drive systemic change. Brings a unique blend of analytical expertise and hands-on community engagement, including financial strategy, program evaluation, and direct support services. Experienced in mentorship, workforce development, and policy-driven initiatives that enhance equity and opportunity. Seeking to leverage these skills in nonprofit organizations or think tanks to develop impactful policies and programs.
Kurt Robertson
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Work History
Independent Contractor
Job overview
- Provide comprehensive support and advocacy for an amputated family member with healthcare needs – ensuring seamless liaison, and coordination among family members, a team of medical providers and external agencies
- Manage household operations and oversee budgeting, expense tracking procurement of essential supplies, appointment scheduling and transportation to optimize care delivery
Mentor and Career Services
Job overview
- Designed and led a career mentorship program supporting over 20 individuals, with 100% participants securing employment
- Conducted 15 graduate-level seminars on comprehensive exam preparation, resulting in a 100% student success rate
- Provided strategic career coaching, resume development, and interview preparation to aspiring professionals
Howard University
Job overview
- Recruited over 120 graduate students to present research papers at the National Black Graduate Student Association's conferences. Conference's memberships increased by 100%
- Coordinated over 20 graduate recruitment workshops yearly for students to present research papers at academic conferences. At least half of the recruits now have journal publications
- Engaged in 10+ networking events monthly to build professional and academic relationships and expand organizational student outreach
Organization of American States
Job overview
- Authored a case study report on Jamaica's law enforcement anti-corruption strategies, contributing to the 'OAS Guide of Mechanisms in the Fight against Corruption'
- Conducted research on Caribbean human and environmental security, leading to policy insights on anti-corruption measures in Jamaica
Howard University
Job overview
- Designed the first Undergraduate Peer Mentor Program and recruited over 120 students. Students' assimilation and grades improved by 100%
- Led strategic planning initiatives for improved curriculum development and student engagement
- Secured a 100% increase in sponsorship funding through budget forecasting and operational strategy development
Embassy of Jamaica
Job overview
- Researched and authored a 15-page policy report on HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean – which contributed to the successful lobbying for Jamaica's inclusion in President Bush's $15 billion PEPFAR initiative
- Served as an intermediary between embassy officials and former congressional representatives – Congressman Charles B Rangel (D-NY), and Senator Christopher Dodd (D-CNN) offices – to garner information on HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean
- Created presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to embassy officials
Citizens Bank (Now defunct)
Job overview
- Managed over 150 clients' investment portfolios totaling JMD 80 million weekly in the Central Bank's Repurchase Agreements
- Expanded private and balance sheet purchase agreements, generating JMD 30 million in new investments monthly
Education
Howard UniversityWashington, DC
University Overview
Dissertation topic: “The Social Construction of the HIV/AIDS Masculinity Syndrome and its Role in Jamaican Politics and Culture from 1982 – 2013.”
Howard UniversityWashington, DC
University Overview
Thesis: “HIV and the AIDS Epidemic in the Caribbean: A Comparative Analysis of Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica and Haiti.”
Howard UniversityWashington, DC
University Overview
University of TechnologyJamaica, WI
University Overview
Skills
- SPSS
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
- Proficient in Google Applications
- Lexis-Nexis
- Social media platforms
- Public Policy Analysis
- Program Assessment
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- Research
- Data Analysis
Affiliations
- Toastmasters International, 03/01/21 – Present
- United Nations Association – National Capital Area, 05/01/08 – Present
- National Black Student Association (NBGSA), 08/01/07 – Present
- National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), 11/01/05 – Present
Awards
- Certificate – Recognition for outstanding service, 03/01/10, National Black Graduate Student Association
- Certificate – Human Trafficking in Latin America and the Caribbean, 05/01/08, Organization of American States (OAS)
- Certificate – OAS Student Internship Program, 05/01/08, Organization of American States
- Certificate – Graduate Fellow's Program, 04/01/08, United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA)
Publications
"Contemporary Public Policy for the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in the Caribbean.," Fifth International Conference on Public Management, Policy, and Development, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Senegal, 06/18/05, pp 33-37,
Presentation:
The Social Construction of Jamaican Masculinity and Its Effect(s) on the Proliferation of HIV/AIDS, 23rd Annual National Black Graduate Student Conference, 2011,
Talk:
State Laws in Jamaica and Their Effects on Vulnerable Groups: Reductive consequences on human security, Development, and the Proliferation of AIDS., Annual conference of the Association of Third World Studies, Savannah, Georgia, 10/09/10
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