Gianna Setoudeh
Sacramento,CA
Summary
I am a dedicated policy professional with a passion for water and natural resources policy. I have approximately 10 years of experience working in the policy and advocacy field in the private, non-profit and public sectors. Throughout my career I have advised clients and stakeholders with a diverse range of interests before the Legislature and Administration on legislative and budget policy, directed policy for a non-profit organization where I chaired the Advocacy Committee and led policy and communication strategy for the member-based organization, and currently am honored to serve as Senior Legislative Aide in the Office of Senator Anna Caballero. In my current role, I have the privilege of working on critical policy issues and advising the Senator on water, natural resources, agriculture, environmental quality, and budget issues. I have extensive professional experience and training in policy and budget analysis and continue to seek opportunities to learn and grow professionally.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Legislative Aide
California State Senate – Office of Senator Anna Caballero
Sacramento, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Analyzed complex policy issues, providing strategic recommendations to the Senator based on thorough research.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate collaboration on shared goals and objectives.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement by organizing meetings, conference calls, and public hearings with constituents, lobbyists, and other interested parties.
- Spearheaded special projects as assigned by the Senator or chief of staff; ensuring timely completion within specified deadlines.
- Provided exceptional constituent services by addressing concerns, providing resources, and finding solutions to pressing issues within the community.
- Organized events that promoted visibility of the Senator within the community, fostering strong constituent relations.
- Analyzed proposed bills for potential benefits or adverse effects on the constituency, informing decision-making processes accordingly.
- Assisted in drafting legislation that addressed pressing issues affecting the constituency.
- Drafted persuasive talking points to support Senator's positions during committee and floor presentations.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Policy and Advocacy Coordinator
Child Support Directors Association
Sacramento, CA
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with state agencies to align advocacy efforts with legislative changes.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders through regular communication and collaboration efforts.
- Provided logistical support for public events, including securing venues, coordinating speakers, and managing event promotion.
- Contributed to the creation of policy briefs, position papers, and other materials for internal use and external distribution.
- Developed strategic advocacy plans in alignment with organization''s mission and goals.
- Served as a liaison between staff members, board members, volunteers, and community partners to ensure seamless coordination of advocacy efforts.
- Managed project timelines and budgets effectively while ensuring that all deliverables were met according to established deadlines.
- Monitored legislative developments to inform timely and effective advocacy actions.
Policy Director
South Yuba River Citizens League
Nevada City, CA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented policy initiatives to enhance the organization's environmental protection efforts.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to advocate for sustainable practices and resource management.
- Analyzed legislative impacts on local conservation strategies and recommended adjustments.
- Led team in drafting proposals for funding opportunities to support the organization's various projects.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to raise awareness about watershed health issues.
- Established partnerships with government agencies and non-profits to promote shared objectives.
- Evaluated program effectiveness and identified areas for continuous improvement in operations.
- Presented policy proposals to senior management and government officials, securing funding and support for initiatives.
- Operated in cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budget constraints.
- Spearheaded advocacy efforts to raise awareness of critical issues among legislators and the public at large.
- Collaborated with external partners to align goals and ensure consistency in policy implementation across sectors.
- Organized high-level meetings with key stakeholders, fostering productive dialogue around pressing policy issues.
- Drafted and presented reports outlining policy actions.
- Managed implementation of policy and program initiatives.
- Helped conceive and oversee grassroots support or opposition for proposed changes.
- Facilitated communication and relationship development between different stakeholders
Policy Advisor
Brownstein
Sacramento, CA
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Advanced organization's legislative and political agenda through advocacy initiatives.
- Advised on policy development to enhance regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
- Advised senior leadership on potential implications of proposed policies or regulations for the organization''s mission or operations.
- Developed briefing materials to support senior leadership and clients in decision-making processes.
- Monitored legislative developments, providing timely updates to ensure proactive response.
- Facilitated communication and relationship development between different stakeholders.
- Prepared clear, concise presentations to communicate policy recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Managed projects effectively by setting milestones, tracking progress, and adjusting plans as required.
- Identified, researched and tracked legislative issues relevant to current policy issues.
- Attended legislative and regulatory hearings to report information.
- Drafted articles, letters, reports and technical documents on policy issues for publication and internal use.
Education
Government (BA) -
California State University, Sacramento
Skills
- Policy and budget analysis
- Issue advocacy
- Political strategy
- Coalition building
- Bill and amendment drafting
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
Websites
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
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Timeline
Senior Legislative Aide
California State Senate – Office of Senator Anna Caballero
02.2024 - Current
Policy and Advocacy Coordinator
Child Support Directors Association
10.2023 - 02.2024
Policy Director
South Yuba River Citizens League
09.2022 - 06.2023
Policy Advisor
Brownstein
03.2016 - 06.2022
Government (BA) -
California State University, Sacramento