PAMELA MANALILI

Purpose-driven public administration student with a deep commitment to international service, humanitarian actions, and policy advocacy. Experienced in administrative coordination, global volunteerism, and community engagement, with a growing focus on diplomacy and sustainability. Strong cross-cultural communication skills and a record of participation in high-impact global initiatives.

SDSU SAGE Project - City of National City

Policy Analyst - Intergovernmental Aid & Grants Strategy    09/2025-12/2025

· Conducted in-depth research on federal and state grant programs, including CDBG and PLHA, to support earthquake retrofit initiatives.

· Developed policy recommendations focused on equitable funding strategies for vulnerable communities.

· Analyzed fiscal and programmatic impacts of intergovernmental funding strategies.

· Presented policy findings and recommendations to City of National City officials, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.

• NASPAA Student Simulation Competition - Policy & Emergency Governance - Nominated by School of Public Affairs faculty to represent SDSU in a national policy simulation on wildfire mitigation and emergency governance. (03/2026)
• United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) - Dubai Immersion Programme (2026-01)
• Trainee, U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights - Diplomatic Protocol & Etiquette Training (2026-01)
• Prospective Trainee, U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights - International Business & Diplomatic Protocol (2026-01)
• Diplomacy and Human Rights Consultant, U.S. Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (2022-10) Certificate ID: 59834886
• Certificate of Achievement – Sustainability Advocate, Global Summit on Sustainable Futures for Women and Youth, Istanbul, Türkiye (2025-04)
• Certificate of Achievement – Disability Rights Advocate, International Summit on Disability Rights, Istanbul, Türkiye (2022-12)
• Medical Administration Certificate, Maric College (2006-05)

Feeding San Diego

Volunteer, Create Meal Kits from Home, San Diego, CA     11/2025

· Purchased ingredients per chosen recipes provided by organization.

· Prep work and plating 500+ servings of each entree for delivery.

· Assemble grocery kits including dry and cold items for food-insecure households.

Mama's Kitchen

Meal Delivery, Kitchen and Staging Volunteer, San Diego CA     11/2025

· Pick up and deliver prepared meals to clients within required delivery windows.

· Assist with 700+ entree meal preparation, packaging, and staging for distribution.

· Support food access for individuals with serious illnesses and mobility limitations.

· Compile 200+ Emergency Food Kits for severely ill clients.

The San Diego River Park Foundation

Census Volunteer, San Diego, CA      09/2025

· Conducted early morning riverbed counts as part of a coordinated census of unsheltered individuals.

· Collected demographic and situational data using provided maps and survey tools.

· Distributed water and essential care packages during outreach.

International Volunteer HQ

International Volunteer, Nairobi, Kenya      07/2022 - 08/2022

· Developed and taught curricula for 100+ students in underserved communities.

· Led empowerment and self-care workshops for women and girls.

· Organized sports and health initiatives for displaced youth.

Burrito Boyz

Community Volunteer, San Diego, CA     06/2011 - 03/2013

· Mentored youth in kitchen safety and food preparation.

· Distributed 100+ care packages to food-insecure families.

· Supported community outreach promoting compassion and inclusion.

• Member, International Studies Association (ISA)
• Member, American Association of University Women, (AAUW)
• Advocate, Violence Against Women Act & Domestic Violence Awareness Initiatives
• Advocate, National Safe Parents Organization (NSPO), Custody Peace, Movement of Mothers (MOM), One Mom’s Battle (OMB)
• Member, National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
• Member, International Society for the Study and Prevention of Perinatal and Infant Death (ISPID)
• Member, Filipino American Veteran’s Association (FAVA)