Nabel Gambrah

Led a three-part institutional research initiative strengthening ANSA’s policy infrastructure, engagement architecture, and strategic planning capacity. Final outputs were presented to senior executive leadership including the Deputy Minister and departmental directors.

Policy & Data Repository

• Designed African Nova Scotian Affairs' first structured African Nova Scotian policy and data repository across Health, Education, Housing, Employment, Income, and Justice
• Organized legislative archives, research reports, and institutional frameworks into a permanent internal knowledge system
• Completed a 4-month project scope in 2 months through independent workflow design
• Delivered executive recommendations to institutionalize repository maintenance and expand research database access

Community Engagement Framework (Research Manuscript Pipeline)

• Architect of ANSA’s publishable Engagement Framework integrating Sankofa, Two-Eyed Seeing, Ubuntu, and trauma-informed governance models
• Translates grassroots engagement practice into an institutional framework for culturally responsive public policy
• Conducted internal consultations with staff and stakeholders to align framework with operational realities
• Framework is being prepared for public release and academic publication

Strategic Business Case & Gap Analysis

• Conducted comprehensive gap analysis across four foundational policy frameworks:BLAC Report, Ivany Report, Task Force on Diversity and Inclusion, and the Restorative Inquiry
• Designed an eight-cluster analytical model mapping disconnects between policy intent, institutional practice, and measurable outcomes
• Prioritized high-impact gaps to guide evidence-based policy and program responses
• Developed a forward-looking strategic business case supporting cross-departmental coordination
• Framework recognized by executive leadership for clarity and institutional applicability

Executive Presentation

Presented full findings to:

Deputy Minister Tracy Thomas and Departmental Executive Directors

Community Outreach and Engagement

Government and Community Relations

• Engaged stakeholders from Tourism Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Guard, and program administrators across Cape Breton, Truro, and Preston, fostering inter-agency collaboration.

• Led a visual presentation project on Active Transportation, managing event logistics, stakeholder outreach, venue setup, and coordination of promotional materials to support community participation.

• Contributed to event planning and on-site support for high-profile community gatherings, including the Preston Parade and Emancipation Day celebrations, developing skills in event coordination, public engagement, and local promotion.

• Applied basic marketing strategies, including visual design, targeted communication, and culturally relevant messaging, to increase visibility and participation.

Research and Planning Team

• Sourced data from internal reports, Statistics Canada, and relevant policy documents, selecting indicators aligned with ANSA’s strategic priorities and community impact KPIs.

• Summarized key findings in executive-ready formats, facilitating informed decision-making for senior leadership during planning and performance reviews.

Conducted research on land title claims impacting African Nova Scotian communities.

Land Titles Initiatives

• Conducted in-depth research on historical and current land title claims affecting African Nova Scotian communities.

• Analyzed legislation, government reports, and archival records to map barriers to land ownership.

• Synthesized findings into briefing notes to support policy recommendations and advance equity in land governance.

Directed cross-border field research across 42 communities examining grassroots engagement and social development models.

• Facilitated meaningful conversations on themes such as education for the girl child, moral leadership, and pathways to sustainable development rooted in local wisdom and spiritual principles.

• Synthesized field insights to inform regional growth strategies and shape the direction of educational programs supported by the Institute.

• Played a central role in training facilitators and guiding learning efforts focused on capacity building, social progress, and unified action across diverse communities

• Coordinated site operations, procurement schedules, and subcontractor activities to ensure smooth execution.

• Oversaw budget tracking, progress reports, and documentation to support client satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

• Contributed to timely, high-quality completion of all commercial installation projects.

• Supported the construction of 4 5-bedroom residential homes and one commercial store, each valued at approximately GHS 600,000.

• Conducted inspections and troubleshooting in collaboration with engineers and electrical installation teams.