TESLIMA JALLOW
Columbus
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a solid track record in program management and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in fostering collaboration and implementing impactful initiatives. Focused on advancing climate adaptation strategies and ensuring fiscal transparency in various settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Collaborator
Grey Green Alliance
Columbus
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Company Overview: A collaboration of the Voinovich School and Ohio State University's Age-Friendly Innovation Center.
- Researched climate impacts for older adults, shaping age-friendly strategies.
- Facilitated workshops with experts to develop climate-resilient, age-friendly solutions.
- A collaboration of the Voinovich School and Ohio State University's Age-Friendly Innovation Center.
Program Supervisor (Envision) & WS Business Transformation Intern
WorldStrides
Washington
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Led a 35-member team, executing programs for over 570 students to boost engagement and satisfaction.
- Facilitated logistics for high-profile site visits, enhancing educational experiences.
- Submitted performance reports to stakeholders, fostering transparency in business relationships.
- Promoted open communication among diverse team members, achieving shared goals and program success.
Graduate Research Assistant
Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service
Athens
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Generated actionable insights on aging and climate resilience to inform policy in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Developed grant proposals for funding community-focused climate initiatives.
- Presented research findings at academic conferences, enriching discourse on aging and development.
- Facilitated four workshops to enhance research visibility and engage stakeholders effectively.
Teaching Assistant
Ohio University
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated student engagement through discussion forums on climate adaptation and governance topics.
- Shared insights from professional experiences in international development and climate adaptation.
- Delivered constructive feedback to enhance student learning and critical thinking skills.
Pharmacy Intern
Kairaba Pharmacy Gambia LTD
Serekunda
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Operated and monitored drug-filling equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Assisted in pharmaceutical drug filling and packaging to meet production demands.
- Maintained accurate batch records and documentation for quality audits and regulatory compliance.
- Supported sterile and non-sterile compounding processes, adhering to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with pharmacists and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Programs Manager
Gambia Participates
Kanifing
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded fiscal transparency initiatives to enhance governance and accountability across sectors.
- Secured $50,000 grant to drive governance reform with measurable outcomes.
- Organized over 10 workshops to strengthen collaboration among government, CSOs, and partners.
- Implemented monitoring frameworks to ensure compliance and maximize grant impact.
- Mentored staff in project management to cultivate a culture of skill development.
Program Assistant
African Youth Commission
Banjul
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Coordinated logistics for Pan-African Youth Conference, uniting over 300 leaders for impactful dialogue.
- Facilitated policy advocacy to enhance youth engagement at regional and international levels.
- Represented The Gambia at ECOSOC 2020, advocating for global youth policy inclusion.
- Mentored colleagues to foster collaboration and improve project outcomes.
Country Coordinator
African Youth Initiative on Climate Change, The Ga
Banjul
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Coordinated the Go-Green Project, planting 10,000 trees and training communities on sustainable land management.
- Led climate adaptation radio programs to enhance community engagement and awareness.
- Provided technical assistance to promote climate-smart practices within local communities.
- Analyzed environmental data to guide strategies and achieve targeted climate interventions.
- Developed educational materials, increasing participation in environmental initiatives.
- Facilitated partnerships with local organizations to broaden project reach and foster collaboration.
- Coordinated community workshops on sustainable practices, enhancing local resource management.
- Implemented feedback systems for climate initiatives, adapting strategies to meet community needs.
Education
Master of Science - ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Voinovich School of Public Service And Leadership
Athens, OH08.2025
Master of Arts - INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (AFRICAN STUDIES)
Center For International Studies
Athens, OH05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (HONS.)
University of The Gambia
Banjul, The Gambia04-2020
Skills
- Policy advocacy
- Climate adaptation
- Disaster risk reduction
- Program and project management
- Geographic information systems (GIS)
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Technical writing
- Research collaboration
- Effective communication
- Grant proposal development
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Analytical skills
- Team building
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving strategies
- Relationship management
- Dependability and responsibility
- Written communication
Affiliations
- African Studies Association (ASA)
- African Artists Peace Initiative (AAPI)
- Environmental Peacebuilding Association
- Commonwealth Youth Council
Languages
- English, Native
- Fulani, Native
- Wolof, Native
- Mandinka, Highly proficient
Fellowships And Conferences
- Presenter, African Studies Association Annual Conference, San Francisco, 2024
- Presenter, Humphrey Fellows Workshop, 2024
- Delegate, Commonwealth Youth Council, England, 2020
- Mandela Washington Fellowship, U.S. State Department, Washington DC, USA, 2018
- Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Lagos, Nigeria, 2017
- Party Delegate, UNFCCC Conference of Parties (COP), Morrocco, Bonn, Germany, Katowice, Poland, Madrid, Spain, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019
- Presenter, African Union Gender Is My Agenda Campaign (GIMAC), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2017, 2019
- Presenter, Pan-African Youth Conference on African Unity and Development, Bujumbura, Burundi, 2017
- Banjul+10 Regional Conference on African Unity, 2016
Grants And Certificates
- Age-Friendly Communities Certificate, Ohio State University, 2023
- CITI Research Certification, 2024
- Mandela Washington Fellowship, 2018
- U.S State Department Community Improvement Through Entrepreneurship Grant, $25,000, 2020
- Young African Leaders Initiative Regional Fellowship, 2017
- National Endowment for Democracy Grant, $50,000, 2020
- Government Accountability Project, $25,000, 2021
- Graduate Student Summer Grant, $1,100, 2022
Accomplishments
- Academic Achievement Awards for the most outstanding student at the Center for International Studies, Ohio University
- Mandela Washington Fellow
- Young African Leaders Initiative Regional Fellow
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Supervisor (Envision) & WS Business Transformation Intern
WorldStrides
05.2025 - 08.2025
Teaching Assistant
Ohio University
01.2025 - 05.2025
Research Collaborator
Grey Green Alliance
01.2023 - 08.2025
Graduate Research Assistant
Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service
01.2023 - 05.2025
Pharmacy Intern
Kairaba Pharmacy Gambia LTD
06.2022 - 12.2022
Programs Manager
Gambia Participates
01.2018 - 01.2021
Program Assistant
African Youth Commission
01.2018 - 01.2020
Country Coordinator
African Youth Initiative on Climate Change, The Ga
09.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Science - ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Voinovich School of Public Service And Leadership
Master of Arts - INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (AFRICAN STUDIES)
Center For International Studies
Bachelor of Arts - DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (HONS.)
University of The Gambia
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