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Nórida Padilla

Tucker,GA

Summary

Internationalist and political scientist, specialized in government, public management, and institutional affairs, with a proven track record of leading communication strategies and high-impact projects across public, private, and community sectors. Experienced in designing and implementing strategic communication campaigns, social dialogue initiatives, and citizen engagement programs that have successfully strengthened public participation and institutional trust. Skilled in stakeholder mapping, facilitating dialogue platforms, and conflict resolution, with a collaborative and results-oriented approach. Known for an assertive, empathetic, and strategic communication style. Additional experience in customer service, lead generation, and service-driven communication, with the ability to tailor messaging precisely to audience profiles and organizational goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outreach and Engagement Specialist

Hope Thru Soap (HTS)
06.2024 - Current

• Delivered comprehensive services to over 150 families, connecting them with essential resources such as food, hygiene, housing, and education.
• Provided direct support to approximately 300 individuals experiencing homelessness, offering immediate assistance and guiding them toward permanent housing programs, contributing to a reduction in the local unsheltered population.
• Designed and implemented community outreach strategies, including school-based activities that fostered youth and family engagement, strengthening the connection between communities and social services.
• Organized informational events, service fairs, life skills workshops, and mobile food assistance programs in collaboration with partner organizations.
• Developed strategic partnerships to expand access to social, educational, and health services, increasing institutional reach and community impact.
• Promoted linguistic and cultural inclusion through bilingual (English-Spanish) service delivery and registration management, ensuring equitable access to community resources.

Sales Representative

Penta Desing
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Led the launch and management of a business unit specializing in graphic design, advertising, and website development, offering creative solutions to companies across various industries.
  • Managed relationships with over 200 corporate clients, delivering customized services in branding, visual communication, and promotional materials to strengthen each client’s brand presence.
  • Provided high-quality customer service, ensuring a positive experience in every interaction and fostering long-term client loyalty.
  • Handled complaints and service requests efficiently and empathetically, maintaining high satisfaction levels and building trust with business clients.
  • Oversaw financial operations, including income tracking, expense control, and resource optimization to improve overall profitability.
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National Liaison for the Office of Environmental and Social Affairs, Ministry of Mines and Energy

Pan American Development Foundation (PADF)
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Led the management of social conflicts in the energy and mining sector, facilitating dialogue among communities, private companies, and public institutions to promote consensus and sustainable development.
    • Served as the national liaison for the Ministry of Mines and Energy, driving multi-sector agreements that enabled the execution of strategic projects in socially sensitive territories.
    • Coordinated the National Strategy for Relations and Development, designing and implementing institutional communication plans and territorial engagement strategies to strengthen trust and relationships with key stakeholders.
    • Created and facilitated multi-stakeholder dialogue platforms, organizing working groups with local communities, government authorities, and industry representatives to ensure the viability of high-impact projects.
    • Planned and executed official events and strategic forums, ensuring the participation of key public and private actors and positioning the Ministry’s agenda in priority regions.
    • Managed comprehensive event logistics, including venue scouting and booking, vendor coordination, graphic design, promotional material production, and on-site supervision, ensuring consistent and effective institutional messaging

Social Strategy Lead

Fundación Amanecer - Equion Energy Limited.
02.2019 - 05.2021
  • Designed and executed territorial engagement strategies to support oil exploration and production projects, ensuring alignment with community expectations, regulatory frameworks, and corporate sustainability objectives.
  • Led conflict resolution processes with local communities and government authorities, facilitating operational continuity and strengthening the social license to operate in sensitive regions.
  • Developed and implemented Community Benefit Programs (CBPs) in strategic areas of influence, in compliance with corporate social investment policies and focused on long-term community impact.
  • Directed stakeholder engagement efforts, managing institutional communication with community leaders, local governments, and civil society organizations to build trust and foster collaborative relationships.
  • Contributed to the development and advancement of the project through its exploration, production, decommissioning, and abandonment phases, ensuring community alignment and regulatory compliance at every stage.
  • Monitored social risks and identified early warnings, developing proactive mitigation plans to safeguard project reputation and operational stability.
  • Managed budgets and performance reports related to social programs, ensuring transparency, accountability, and measurable impact.

Social Programs Advisor

Municipal Government Yopal
10.2016 - 12.2018
  • Provided strategic support to municipal governments in the design and monitoring of social policies, enhancing institutional capacity in inclusion, territorial development, and sustainability.
  • Promoted intersectoral coordination by collaborating with social and environmental leaders to implement integrated programs.
  • Designed public outreach strategies to boost citizen participation in municipal planning and evaluation processes.
  • Developed action plans and budgets aligned with local government priorities, ensuring effective execution of social initiatives.
  • Oversaw multiple social projects, coordinating technical teams to deliver sustainable and measurable outcomes.

Education

Graduate Degree - Government, Management and Public Affairs

Columbia University
06-2015

Bachelors - International Relations and Political Studies

Militar Nueva Granada University
01.2014

Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Project Coordination
  • Strategic Communication

  • Intersectoral Collaboration
  • Community Outreach & Participation
  • Leadership & Team Management

Certification


*Conflict Resolution – Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, Colombia.

*Mental Health First Aid USA - National Council for Mental Wellbeing.


LANGUAGES

Spanish - Native
English - Fluent

SOFTWARE & COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office, word, excel, power point, outlook, canva, Social media management.

Timeline

Outreach and Engagement Specialist

Hope Thru Soap (HTS)
06.2024 - Current

Sales Representative

Penta Desing
01.2023 - 03.2023

National Liaison for the Office of Environmental and Social Affairs, Ministry of Mines and Energy

Pan American Development Foundation (PADF)
06.2021 - 06.2023

Social Strategy Lead

Fundación Amanecer - Equion Energy Limited.
02.2019 - 05.2021

Social Programs Advisor

Municipal Government Yopal
10.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelors - International Relations and Political Studies

Militar Nueva Granada University

Graduate Degree - Government, Management and Public Affairs

Columbia University