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YOSI ZELALEM

YOSI ZELALEM

Alexandria,VA

Summary

I seek a part-time position that will allow me to use my skills in public relations, event organization, and digital marketing. I want to foster collaboration, amplify voices, and contribute to innovative projects that align with my commitment to sustainability and inclusive leadership.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Mason District Representative for The Community Action Advisory Board

Fairfax County Government
Fairfax County, Virginia
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Driving policy development in collaboration with federal, state, and local offices, serving 70,000 people, and building strong stakeholder connections

Communications and Public Engagement Staffer

Abdel Elnoubi for Alexandria City Council
Alexandria, Virginia
02.2024 - 11.2024
  • Delivering impactful and inclusive messaging to diverse audiences through prepared speeches, debate strategies, and community collaboration

Artificial Intelligence Research Fellow

Esprit Home Healthcare
Annandale, Virginia
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Researched AI-driven solutions to foster sustainability, enhance home healthcare, improve public health outcomes, and promote eco-friendly, equitable care through collaborative innovation

Communications & Government Relations Fellow

Green 2.0
Washington, D.C.
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed partnerships with environmental organizations and policymakers, developed public and government relations strategies, and crafted communication campaigns to advance Green 2.0's mission

Campaign Staffer

Andres Jimenez For District Supervisor
Annandale, Virginia
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Designed targeted campaign strategies tailored to critical demographics, cultivated stakeholder alliances, mobilized community support, and earned endorsements, driving primary and general elections success

Assistant Mariculture Technician

Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association
Calabash Caye, Belize
12.2022 - 01.2023

Implemented crab repopulation efforts, fostered relationships with stakeholders to promote sustainable practices, and conducted field research to assess ecosystem health.

Project Manager

Everyday Investors
Washington, D.C.
12.2021 - 02.2022

Led a biochar project, coordinated with international partners, delivered briefings to stakeholders, and developed proposals to support project goals.

Environmental Consultant, Client Relationship Manager

Warm Heart Worldwide
Phrao, Thailand
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Oversaw field testing, product marketing, volunteer training, social media management, and client relationships

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies & Public Policy

George Washington University
Washington, D.C.
08.2022 - 08.2025

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Allegheny College
Meadville, PA
08.2020 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management

George Washington University
Washington, D.C.
08.2025 - 05.2026

Skills

  • Computer Skills:
  • Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Bloomberg Government, Artificial intelligence (AI) & Geographic Information Systems (GIS)


  • Management Skills: Community Organizing, Proposal Development, Cross-Team Coordination, & Project Management

  • Office Skills:
  • Cost-benefit analysis, Policy Formulation, Analyzing Emerging Trends, & Office Administration


  • Communication Skills:
  • Press Releases, Briefing, Public Relations, Memos, Oral Communication, Written Communication, & Debate Preparation


  • Certifications:
  • CITI: Social & Behavioral Research, PADI: Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver, (Currently earning an AI for Good Specialization Certificate from DeepLearningAI)

Certification

  • CITI: Social & Behavioral Research
  • PADI: Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver
  • AI for Good Specialization Certificate from DeepLearning.AI

Timeline

Master of Science - Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management

George Washington University
08.2025 - 05.2026

Artificial Intelligence Research Fellow

Esprit Home Healthcare
06.2024 - 08.2024

Mason District Representative for The Community Action Advisory Board

Fairfax County Government
03.2024 - 01.2025

Communications and Public Engagement Staffer

Abdel Elnoubi for Alexandria City Council
02.2024 - 11.2024

Communications & Government Relations Fellow

Green 2.0
09.2023 - 12.2023

Campaign Staffer

Andres Jimenez For District Supervisor
06.2023 - 11.2023

Assistant Mariculture Technician

Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association
12.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies & Public Policy

George Washington University
08.2022 - 08.2025

Project Manager

Everyday Investors
12.2021 - 02.2022

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Allegheny College
08.2020 - 05.2022

Environmental Consultant, Client Relationship Manager

Warm Heart Worldwide
11.2019 - 07.2020
YOSI ZELALEM