Chioma Ohakam has over 10 years of experience in administrative, communications, and government relations roles. She currently works as a Communications Assistant and Account Manager at Sykes Global Communications, where she manages communications for government campaigns. Previously she held roles as Director of the NYC Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus and as Director of Scheduling and Planning for an NYC Council Member. She has a BA in Political Science and a certificate in Social Media and Brand Management.

1. CHIOMA OHAKAM cohakam@gmail.com/(646) 541- 4037
Professional Summary:
Accomplished professional with over 10 years of expertise in administrative and supervisory roles. Highly engaged in
government relations with a proven track record for continuity and exceeding growth in the management of various
responsibilities. Proactively implemented effective strategies to ensure daily operations including communications,
research analysis and event coordination. 2014 Recipient of NYC Council Proclamation applauding 4yrs of dedicated service.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Communications Assistant/Account Manager, Sykes Global Communications, NY 08/2014-Present
· Managed all forms of communications for government campaigns including drafting press releases/statements
· Research and prepare press related documents and talking points
· Operate various social media applications
· Organize and facilitate the development of major events
Director, NYC Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus, NY 02/14-8/2014
· Coordinated all aspects of Caucus’ public affairs including press conferences, media inquiries, budget and legislative
priorities, major events, hearings and meetings
· Prepared press releases, council member remarks, and other internal and external communications relating to media
· Primary liaison between members and among Caucus, Council and various stakeholders
· Represented Caucus at budget meetings, legislative conferences and press events
· Oversaw and conducted budget analysis of appropriations requests for community based organizations
· Prepared reports and analyses on budget and fiscal matters for city budget and oversight hearings
Director of Scheduling and Planning, NYC Council Member Robert Jackson, NY 02/2012 – 12/2013
· Managed and had sole oversight of member's official appointment calendar
· Collaborated with key staff in supporting member’s budget, legislative & community agenda for 7th Council District
· Represented member at meetings with local organizations, elected officials, lobbyists
· Coordinated events; school tours, community visits, check presentations and public forums
· Managed press relations including arranging for media interviews and drafting press releases
Policy Analyst Liaison, NYC Council Black, Latino and Asian Caucus (BLAC), NY 06/2010 – 2/2012
· Assisted Interim Executive Director in Caucus matters such as coordinating presentations at meetings, reviewing
budgets, managing documents and preparing financial reports for account
· Analyzed and updated information routinely on Expense and Capital priorities’ list
· Drafted and finalized press releases, correspondences and prepared minutes of meeting discussions
· Managed correspondence with various organizations about budget, policy and legislative matters
Facilities Coordinator, DaSilva Architects, NY 12/2004 - 02/2009
· Prepared budget, reviewed budget annotations, conducted research for architectural projects
· Coordinated daily office operations including management of Principals’ daily schedules, organization of all client
contacts, client meetings and maintenance of facilities
Paralegal Assistant/ Legal Process Server, Nicoletti Hornig Campise Sweeney & Paige, NY 09/2001 - 09/2003
· Assisted in the preparation of legal briefs for state and federal district courts
· Researched and analyzed various litigation cases through PC Law
· Prepared client correspondences, account billings, time entries and managed various office operations
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Government & Community Affairs Aide, The City College of New York, NY 08/2014-Present
· Assisted Executive Director of City College Partnership in the planning and preparation of Student Week of Action
Events (November 3rd -November 7th)
· Organized meetings and coordinated outreach to various stakeholders
Legislative and Budget Liaison (Intern), NYC Council Member Robert Jackson, NY 01/2010 – 06/2010
· Assisted with the submission of member’s capital and expense budget priorities for Council’s Fiscal Year 2011
· Reviewed and monitored city agency budgets
· Prepared budgetary reports and analyses in preparation of Council Budget and Oversight hearings
· Served as liaison to community based organizations and Council’s Finance Department on budget allocations
EDUCATION: B.A. in Political Science, Baruch College, NY June 2011

2. Certificate in Social Media and Brand Management, The City College of NY November 2014