Leticia Demps
Washington,DC
Summary
Policy professional with proven ability to influence policy development and drive impactful results. Strong track record in research, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Highly adaptable team player known for strategic thinking and effective communication. Skilled in policy formulation, legislative processes, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Reasearch Associate (Public Affairs)
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore
01.2025 - Current
- Daily Media Report
- Situational News Tracking (as assigned, ad-hoc basis, U.S. and Singapore centered)
- Plan, Arrange and assist with Embassy events
- Coverage of Domestic US Policy Issues
- Content/Collateral Development
- Media/IHL Outreach
- Social Media content creation
- Monitor and engage with Republican Think Tanks/Media
- Conduct research, including relevant background information for meetings and reporting requests;
- Attend and report on seminars and conferences
- Assist in the preparation of draft speeches, presentations, remarks, and talking points for meetings and events
- Coverage and Support of Political Research Assistant
DPPA-DPO DRC-IOT Intern
United Nations
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Conduct individual research assignments to support data-driven approaches
- Contribute to briefing materials on political economy in the area of responsibility
- Participate in meetings and draft minutes/meeting summaries
- Assist in the preparation of communication materials, including presentations
- Provide a daily news feed for principals based on situation reports, press clippings, and media reports from the mission area
- Monitor and analyze key political and security developments in support of the implementation of the mandate of MONUSCO
Albert Vann Legislative Fellow
New York City Council
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented advocacy strategies to support legislative initiatives
- Analyzed and researched policies in areas such as environmental, housing, and criminal justice
- Collaborated with various City Agencies and Non-profit Organizations to address constituent concerns
- Drafted policies, articles, and fact sheets to shape public opinion on key issues
- Ensured compliance with internal policies and protocols
- Managed campaigns and initiatives to advance organizational goals
- Built and maintained effective coalitions to support legislative efforts
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to promote collaboration and advocacy efforts
Executive Assistant
Great Taste Confections and Catering
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Coordinated and managed all administrative details for events and meetings
- Assisted in drafting proposals and contracts for potential clients
- Organized and managed all travel arrangements for the director
- Collaborated with team members to ensure the smooth execution of events and meetings
Archivist Assistant
Passionist Historical Archives
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Organized and arranged archival and manuscript material in appropriate orders
- Performed routine procedures to arrange for preservation of materials
- Labeled manuscripts folders and containers
- Compiled listings of materials in collections as appropriate
- Assisted archivists in locating records within the 'stacks'
- Worked with conservators to clean, repair, and preserve historical pieces
- Scanned and uploaded documents into an online database
- Collaborated with a team to curate and organize an online database
Supervisor, Public Relations Manager
99.5 WUSR Scranton
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented communication plans to improve public perception
- Analyzed data to identify the ideal client base and tailored PR materials accordingly
- Managed relationships with clients, government officials, and media representatives
- Oversaw a team of PR professionals and assessed digital content
- Organized events such as conferences involving the industry and local community
- Resolved conflicts within the team or with outside parties
- Wrote press releases and prepared information for media organizations
- Responded to media information requests
- Helped communicate effectively with the community
- Drafted speeches and arranged interviews for clients
- Evaluated public opinion through social media
- Managed social media and played a key role in rebranding efforts
- Tracked viewership and participation on Instagram
- Promoted to a supervisory position overseeing a team within a 700-mile radius
- Managed a 9-person team for daily activities
Education
Master of Science - International Relations
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, UK11-2022
Bachelor of Science - International Studies
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA05-2021
Skills
- Strategic communications
- Content development
- Crisis management
- Policy analysis
- Government relations
- Media/Public relations
- Public policy
- Speech writing
Timeline
Reasearch Associate (Public Affairs)
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore
01.2025 - Current
DPPA-DPO DRC-IOT Intern
United Nations
09.2024 - 12.2024
Albert Vann Legislative Fellow
New York City Council
10.2023 - 09.2024
Executive Assistant
Great Taste Confections and Catering
09.2021 - 09.2023
Archivist Assistant
Passionist Historical Archives
09.2020 - 05.2021
Supervisor, Public Relations Manager
99.5 WUSR Scranton
08.2019 - 05.2021
Master of Science - International Relations
University of Glasgow
Bachelor of Science - International Studies
University of Scranton
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