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SHARMILA SEYYID
Omaha,NE
Summary
As an accomplished development director and innovative leader with a proven track record dedicated to fostering impactful relationships with mentoring organizations, adopting strategic planning, conducting research to enhance development and growth, and fostering community collaboration, Experience in lead training and consulting initiatives with a talent for synthesizing complex ideas into actionable plans and a passion for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Excel in cross cultural environments, driving project management, building relationships, and delivering impactful training.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2023.08 - Current
- Discovered innovative teaching methods to engage students and promote critical thinking skills.
- Developed curriculum materials and assessments
Research Fellow
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2021.08 - 2023.08
- Led community outreach initiatives, significantly improving local engagement with human rights projects
- Conducted in-depth research supporting to Goldstein Center for Human Rights, resulting in actionable insight for advocacy campaigns
- Initiated workshops on advocating for refugee and immigrant rights in community
- Expand and strengthen ties with community organizations like Tri-Faith Initiative, KANEKO, and Samuel Bak Museum: Learning Center and conducted training / workshop with each organization and conduct training and workshops with each organization collaboratively.
Ambassador
Global Ecovillage Network
2017.05 - 2021.04
- Spearheaded international collaboration, fostering sustainable development practices
- Direct community development projects for war affected minorities in Sri Lanka
- Managed budgets and financial documents
- Lead training and consulting initiatives with stakeholders
- Provide member support & development.
Development Director
Mantra Life Community
2015.01 - 2020.12
- Designed and implemented strategies to address community challenges
- Enhancing local resilience and support networks
- Established and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, amplifying community impact
- Facilitate & Convene Partners.
District Project Coordinator
Ministry of Cooperative & Internal Trade
2012.01 - 2013.12
- Orchestrated regional and district training programs for women-led SMEs, enhancing business acumen
- Designed and launched awareness campaign focused on social and community development
- Led cross-functional teams to develop training materials and deliver educational workshops, resulting in improved business practices.
Project Director
Center for Human Resources Development
2009.03 - 2011.12
- Conducted on-site project visits across multiple district locations, ensuring project objectives
- Assisted program coordinators in strategizing for optimal data collection
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of all project activities.
Education
MASTER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE (International Affairs) -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12.2024
BACHELOR IN SOCIAL WORK -
University of Madras
Chennai, TN05.2016
Skills
- Strong Organizational
- Leadership
- Research and Analysis
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Strategic Direction
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Community Outreach
- Program Management
- Training Program
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Relationship Building
Certifications And Awards
- Certificate in Human Rights Consultant, USIDHR, USA, 2022
- Artist Protection Fellow Awards, Institute of International Education (IIE), 2021
- Inspirational Women', Professional & Career Awards, Ministry of Women Affairs, Sri Lanka, 2014/2015
- Best Book of the Year' Awards for ‘Community and Conflict', India, 2014
- Certificate in Advocacy Policy Formulation, American University School of International Service, 2014
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementSoftware
Project Management Tools
Canva for quick and effective visual
Microsoft Teams
Slack
Asana
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Accomplishments
In 2014, I was honored with the "Inspirational Woman" Award by Women in Management in Sri Lanka for my significant impact on society, especially in empowering women. Furthermore, my passion for writing has garnered numerous prizes and international recognition. The Tamil Progressive Writers and Artists Association in India named my book "Ummath" the year's best novel. "Ummath" is available in English from HarperCollins, and two more of my works are set to be published in English. To date, I have published nine books, spanning fiction, non-fiction, poetry, stories, and articles. I was honored with the IIE-Artist Protection Fund Fellowship (IIE-APF) and placed in residence with UNO’s Leonard and Shirley Goldstein Center for Human Rights (GCHR) and UNO’s Sam and Frances Fried Holocaust and Genocide Academy.
Throughout my career, I have immersed myself in both the literary and advocacy realms, striving to create impactful work that sheds light on pressing social issues. With a solid background in publishing and a drive for creativity, I have explored various genres, from novels and poetry to non-fiction, stories, and articles, with each piece reflecting my commitment to addressing human rights concerns.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2023.08 - Current
Research Fellow
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2021.08 - 2023.08
Ambassador
Global Ecovillage Network
2017.05 - 2021.04
Development Director
Mantra Life Community
2015.01 - 2020.12
District Project Coordinator
Ministry of Cooperative & Internal Trade
2012.01 - 2013.12
Project Director
Center for Human Resources Development
2009.03 - 2011.12
MASTER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE (International Affairs) -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
BACHELOR IN SOCIAL WORK -
University of Madras
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