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Francine Russell

Nassau,The Bahamas

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional specializing as a social sector consultant with a strong focus on socioeconomic impacts and impact analysis. Adept at leading and managing comprehensive research projects, conducting detailed assessments, and presenting insightful reports. Experienced in stakeholder engagement and managing day-to-day operations of a research consultancy firm.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Partner

The Heritage Partners
Nassau, The Bahamas
01.2017 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive social impact assessments and engage stakeholders to address socioeconomic impacts.
  • Developing and presenting detailed reports to clients, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Work with a diverse team skilled in research, environment, development, government and policy relations, as well as economic analysis.
  • Manage the entire process of social impact assessments, from inception phase to stakeholder engagement and assessment.
  • Facilitate public consultation meetings.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring that their perspectives and inputs are implemented into project outcomes.

Special Assistant to Director

The Oral and Public History Institute of the University of The Bahamas
Nassau, The Bahamas
06.2016 - 12.2017
  • Assisted in historical research, transcribing historical documents, and conducting interviews to gather valuable historical data.
  • Assisted in developing a digital presentation on selected historical subjects.
  • Produced engaging text, image, and video content
  • Coordinated, orchestrated, and documented institutional events while also representing the institute in the community.
  • Coordinated and supported the Institute's oral history program.

Communication and Publications Intern

Dwell Media
Manhattan, New York City
02.2010 - 02.2012
  • Coordinated with Dwell Media's editorial team to ensure timely and accurate content delivery for the magazine publication process.
  • Supported New York office in magazine distribution to subscribers, ensuring an organized and efficient system.
  • Collaborated with advertising department to manage ad placements, meeting all publication standards and deadlines.
  • Contributed to developing and executing marketing strategies aimed at boosting magazine subscriptions and reader engagement.
  • Managed correspondence, scheduled meetings, and maintained office supplies.

Education

Certificate - Anthropology Cultural Studies

Barton Community College
07-2023

Certificate - Marketing & Sociology

Marymount Manhattan College

Sociology And Marketing

University of the West Indies

Skills

  • Social Impact Assessment
  • Research Design and Execution
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Report Writing
  • Communication Strategy
  • Public Consultation Facilitation

Organizations

Research & Economic Recovery Committee (05/2020 - 08/2020)

Subcommittee Member for Commerce, Entrepreneurship &Next Generation (Youth) Engagement) 

The Antiquities, Monuments and Museums Corporation (03/2022 - Present)

Board of Director

Publications

Website Contribution, Co-author of Small Business Heritage Trail, 2018, www.ramblebahamas.org

Certification

AuthorAID Proposal Writing and Research Writing Online Course Certificate (04/2017 - 06/2017)
Merit Grade.

Social Impact Assessment Certificate (2023)

Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement Certificate (2024)

Honors

Key Projects

Primary Data Collection for Disaster Risk Management
Client: The Mercatus Center at George Mason University

  • Led the on-the-ground data collection team for a project examining the impact of climate change on communities and government policy formation related to disaster risk management.

Cultural Heritage Profile
Client: Disney

  • Developed a comprehensive cultural heritage profile of South Eleuthera for a community development initiative.

Communications Specialist
Client: UN Environment Programme and Bahamas Department of Environmental Planning and Protection

  • Communications specialist for Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT) project, ensuring clear and effective communication among stakeholders and contributing to the project's overall success.

Timeline

Partner

The Heritage Partners
01.2017 - Current

Special Assistant to Director

The Oral and Public History Institute of the University of The Bahamas
06.2016 - 12.2017

Communication and Publications Intern

Dwell Media
02.2010 - 02.2012

Certificate - Anthropology Cultural Studies

Barton Community College

Certificate - Marketing & Sociology

Marymount Manhattan College

Sociology And Marketing

University of the West Indies

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