Leonardo Ruiz
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Program analyst and administrative professional with a strong background in political analysis, public relations, and policy support. Proven ability to enhance outreach efforts and improve communication strategies for disadvantaged communities, particularly individuals with disabilities. Committed to driving positive change and fostering growth in underserved populations through effective program development and implementation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Assistant & Program Coordinator
Main Street Connect
10.2024 - Current
- Serves as a coordinator for a nonprofit that provides support for people with physical and intellectual disabilities
- Conducted program analysis, with a special emphasis on technical writing and documentation
- Uses CRM Tools (NEON) to collect and analyze data, conducting advanced analysis for reports and policy implementation
- Support program engagement by collaborating and training junior staff
- Produced public releases and event communication documents in order to increase outreach and engagement
- Plans, coordinates, and implements inclusive events to support outreach and engagement with the disabled community
Program Administrative Assistant, Executive Office
Open Society Foundation
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Track and develop narratives for communications department used for press release
- Draft social media posts and professional publications for director of US Programs
- Create press contact list for US Program Foreign Policy Team
- Conducts data analysis and performs advanced technical writing to support policy and administrative goals
- Worked with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
- Performed administrative tasks to include scheduling and executive support in order to efficiently manage complex organizational goals
U.S. Office of Representatives; Braid Schneider (IL-10)
U.S. Congressional Intern
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted Capitol tours for constituents
- Answered constituent mail using IQ software
- Drafted briefing reports post-congressional briefing by advocacy groups
- Researched disability public policy using CRS (Congressional Research Service)
Media and Data Team Member
Marist Poll
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Organized media clippings using Meltwater
- Researched current events to generate podcast topics (e.g., immigration, 2018 midterm elections) Analyzed cross tab data to extract interesting stories for our social media page
- Created social media posts about polling topics
Field Organizing Intern
Mike Sherrill Congressional Campaign
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Facilitated door-to-door volunteer outreach during weekend of action Managed volunteers for phone banks and canvassing
- High Traffic Canvas Leader at high profile community events
- Led disability community engagement training for campaign staff
- Oversaw intern team, coordinating recruiting and training of volunteers for virtual events
Committee Intern
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in planning and executing meetings
- Managed front desk, overseeing various tasks (e.g., answered phones, greeted visitors)
- Coordinated arrangements for meetings with members of Congress
Education
Bachelor of Art - Political Science
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2021
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Calendar, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Data analysis
- CRM Tools (NEON, Salesforce)
- Technical writing and documentation
- Community engagement, to include press releases and social media outreach
- Policy analysis to include legislative support, political analysis, and programmatic support
- Administrative support to include scheduling and executive support
EXTRACURRICULAR
Marist College, Student Government Northend Student Representative Attended weekly meetings Represented student concerns Lightening Wheels Para-athlete Competed at the junior regional and national level Swimming, track and field
Timeline
Community Assistant & Program Coordinator
Main Street Connect
10.2024 - Current
Program Administrative Assistant, Executive Office
Open Society Foundation
01.2022 - 11.2024
U.S. Office of Representatives; Braid Schneider (IL-10)
U.S. Congressional Intern
09.2019 - 12.2020
Committee Intern
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
05.2019 - 08.2019
Media and Data Team Member
Marist Poll
08.2018 - 12.2020
Field Organizing Intern
Mike Sherrill Congressional Campaign
06.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Art - Political Science
Marist College