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Sussan Saikali-Wehbe

North Attleboro

Summary

Experienced researcher with meticulous and analytical approach, specializing in politics and public policy. Over four years of educational and hands-on experience, developed deep understanding of data collection and analysis, as well as confidential document control. Adaptive team player excelling in problem-solving and thriving in collaborative environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Associate

Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington
06.2021 - 10.2023
  • Authored innovative publications on social policy changes and technological advancements in the Arab Gulf, which introduced new concepts that attracted extensive media coverage in national and international outlets
  • Managed 'Next Gen Gulf,' a research publication series, recruiting and collaborating cutting-edge research
  • Assisted senior resident scholars in research tasks, projects and publications

Assistant to Diversity Coordinator

City of Philadelphia, Office of Diverstiy, Equity & Inclusion
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Led initiative to include 'Middle East/North African' as a category on the city census report, encouraging the cultural inclusion of the city's diverse community
  • Managed and analyzed data and reports for the 2019 City Workforce Profile Report
  • Assisted the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in leading and organizing City Resource Groups

Legal Clerk

Law Office of David Bifulco, P.C.
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Researched, drafted and prepared legal documents for court hearings
  • Performed various clerical jobs, including billing, emails, phone calls, filings and other paperwork

Constituent Services Assistant

District Office of State Representative Brian Sims
10.2016 - 12.2016
  • Researched and executed a report on the long-term implications of sanctuary city policies
  • Managed communication with district constituents on state legislature
  • Transcribed and analyzed legislative documents

Education

PhD - Political Science

Temple University
04.2025

Master's Degree - Political Science, International Politics

Villanova University
05.2019

Bachelor's Degree - Political Science

Temple University
05.2017

Skills

  • Strong critical thinking and data skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
  • Comfortable working independently and with a team
  • Highly attentive to detail and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Highly receptive to feedback and peer review

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Research Associate

Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington
06.2021 - 10.2023

Assistant to Diversity Coordinator

City of Philadelphia, Office of Diverstiy, Equity & Inclusion
10.2019 - 02.2020

Legal Clerk

Law Office of David Bifulco, P.C.
03.2018 - 05.2019

Constituent Services Assistant

District Office of State Representative Brian Sims
10.2016 - 12.2016

PhD - Political Science

Temple University

Master's Degree - Political Science, International Politics

Villanova University

Bachelor's Degree - Political Science

Temple University
Sussan Saikali-Wehbe