Summary

Omotola is an efficient professional with a strong foundation in economics and finance, proficient in data analysis and strategic problem-solving, and committed to applying her skills toward impactful development and organizational growth.

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy in Public Affairs and Policy | Portland State University – In view
• Master of Public Policy | Georgia State University, Atlanta – May 2024
• Master’s in Finance and Investment | Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria – Sept. 2021
• Bachelor of Science in Economics | Tai Solarin University of Education, Nigeria – Nov. 2016

Work Experience

Outreach Coordinator | MESC/IAS Center, PSU, Portland, Oregon (July 2025 – Present)

• Coordinated outreach for MESC/IAS certification programs, engaging students, faculty, and advisors.
• Created and shared promotional materials to boost program visibility and enrollment.
• Organized info sessions and supported student engagement initiatives.

Hatfield Fellow | Metro, Portland, Oregon (Aug. 2024 – June 2025)

• Utilized MS Power BI to analyze departmental goal performance and provide actionable insights.
• Developed program plans and created SharePoint pages to streamline access to dashboards and resources.
• Collaborated with performance analysts to evaluate survey results and strengthen data-driven decision-making.

Junior Fellow | The King Center, Atlanta, Georgia (Feb. 2024 – April 2024)

• Authored impactful blog posts on social justice, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King’s philosophy of nonviolence.
• Completed the Nonviolence 365 online course, gaining deep insights into Dr. King’s principles.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice through writing and continuous learning.

Graduate Research Intern | Black Sustainability Inc., Atlanta, Georgia (Feb. 2024 – April 2024)

• Analyzed summit videos and extracted key statistics for the State of Black Sustainability report.
• Co-authored the report and created data visualizations—including tables, graphs, and maps.
• Supported the organization’s mission through data-driven insight and effective communication.

Graduate Administrative Assistant | Social Action Alliance, Atlanta, Georgia (Jan. 2023 – April 2024)

• Managed team workflows using Monday.com for efficient scheduling and coordination.
• Took detailed meeting minutes and assigned tasks for smooth project execution.
• Assisted with organizing materials for SAA course study, demonstrating strong administrative support.