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objective

seeking to utilize research, economics, policy formulation, communications and advocacy skills in a challenging senior outreach associate assignment actively supporting the organization in defining, integrating and launching innovative solutions to maximize operational performance.

career profile

ø  b.a., political science and economics.

ø  honors graduate.

ø  scholarship recipient.

ø  european politics studies at the university of copenhagen.

ø  strict secular humanist viewpoint.

ø  selected for university of massachusetts resident assistant.

ø  published author on latin website.

ø  proven evaluative, assessment and interpretive skill sets.

ø  expertise in documentation origination and management.

ø  skilled presenter and communicator.

ø  selected to oversee critical organizational projects.

ø  strong focus on meeting organizational objectives.

ø  outstanding capacity in scheduling, planning and coordinating.

ø  effectively interact with diverse groups and professionals at all levels.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker with strong detail orientation.

ø  proficient in advanced software applications.

ø  fluent in portuguese and spanish.

education

university of massachusetts amherst, amherst, ma

bachelor of arts, dual degree, political science/economics, 2008

3.8 gpa, summa cum laude

commonwealth honors college

five college international relations certificate

luther allen political science scholarship

ansin study-abroad scholarship

international relations club

gold key international honors society

profiled on u of m website concerning academic achievement

publications

the military and the rural elite unholy alliance maintains brazil poor and unequal , june 3, 2007

helosisa: the leftist maverick senator vying to be brazil s first woman president , august 23, 2006

interest rates are choking brazil , june 13, 2005

what if lula had lost brazil s election? , april 18, 2005

lower interest rates won t be enough for brazil.  but it s a start. , january 26, 2005                                       

psdb, brazil s comeback party , august 10, 2004

experience

during 2005-2007, served u of a amherst as teaching assistant, resident assistant, mullins center event staff and undergraduate pre-major peer advisor.  in these assignments facilitated political science course, directed activities for 50 residents, administered university policies, provided counseling, originated reports and maintained security.  resident assistant of the month in march, 2006.  currently, intern, center for popular economics, with duties covering economic research and article database compilation.

 

 

 
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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a senior outreach associate capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a b.a., political science and economics, academic honors, multiple publications and teaching background.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated competence in research, economic evaluation, project management, coordination and communications, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting senior outreach associate position currently available with your organization.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

                                                         

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to continue a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic management, coordination and communications skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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