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Paulo M. Rodriguez

Hi, I'm Paulo M. Rodriguez. I am a foreign policy professional in Washington, D.C. offering quality research and analysis of U.S. decision-making and counterterrorism strategy.

Paulo M. Rodriguez is a foreign policy professional in Washington, D.C. with six years research and NGO experience, specializing in U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, political violence, and post-conflict institutions.

Paulo M. Rodriguez's Background

Paulo M. Rodriguez's Experience

Contractor at TRAK Services

February 2013 - Present

Clients include: AFL-CIO (Office of the President, Office of the General Counsel), Institute for International Finance (Latin America department), American Cancer Research Association (Events department). Responsible for processing all correspondence, expense reports, travel arrangements, and managing meetings, events and foreign missions calendars for the director of the IIF Latin America department. Conducting research, bilingual interpretation, proofreading and editing a wide variety of documents, correspondence and published works.

Contributor at The Hashtag Network

January 2012 - Present

Contributing political commentary and analysis to the Hashtag Network's "Hashtag Politics" blog. Drafting articles and info-graphics on U.S. foreign policy, diplomacy, political violence, and 21st Century warfare.

Senior Clerk at UCLA School of Law

January 2011 - August 2011

Responsible for securing, updating and maintaining confidential records. Executed various clerical duties as assigned by Records Office staff including proofreading, taking dictation for correspondence, filing and organizing, data entry, printing, copying and binding various reports and documents.

Research Assistant at UCLA Center for Middle East Development

August 2010 - August 2011

Proofread, edited, sourced and fact checked various forthcoming and published works by CMED Director, Dr. Steven L. Spiegel. Performed extensive research and analysis of primary and secondary sources relating to U.S. diplomatic and trade policy in the Middle East, with an emphasis on the Israel-Palestine peace process. Produced decision-maker biographical analyses, literature reviews, and compiled discrete databases on bilateral trade and political violence indicators.

Founding Treasurer at Olive Tree Initiative Executive Board

December 2010 - June 2011

Responsible for the requisition, management and disbursement of start-up funds during OTI at UCLA's inaugural year. Worked together with the Executive Board to plan and execute program and membership development strategies, as well as OTI's initial campus outreach campaign.

Social Media Intern at Earth Rights Institute

November 2010 - June 2011

Responsible for website development, content management, and IT troubleshooting. Collaborated with ERI leadership to enact a comprehensive social media integration strategy. Drafted digital copy for all ERI projects and events marketing on Facebook and Twitter. Monitored website and social media traffic growth and sources via Google Analytics. Researched and implemented social media campaign strategies.

Director of Research at UCLA Bruin Lobby Corps

December 2009 - June 2011

Managed five-member research staff in drafting legislative briefs, memoranda, letters of support, and discrete profiles of state, local and federal representatives in preparation for BLC lobby visits. Monitored state and federal legislation, appropriations, and voting relevant to higher education accessibility and affordability policies utilizing THOMAS, CQ Roll Call, and other relevant sources.

Conference Coordinator at PAXMUN, Inc.

May 2009 - November 2009

Oversaw logistical and substantive development, including staff selection, training, and oversight for 2009 American West Model United Nations conference.

Vice President of Internal Affairs at Pasadena City College, Associated Students of Pasadena City College

June 2008 - June 2009

Authored and implemented Inter-Club Council bylaw reforms. Processed numerous student files and scholarship applications. Collaborated with and co-chaired various shared-governance projects alongside Pasadena City College staff and administration. Performed tasks related to preparation, appropriation, and balancing of $25,000 budget. Introduced Campus-wide initiatives still in force, including: Smoke-free Campus Policy, Green Campus Policy (e.g. recycling and paper reduction programs), and Student Activities Fund appropriations reform.

Executive Board Member at United Nations Association Pasadena/Foothills Chapter

2007 - 2009

Worked closely with Executive Board to plan and implement all aspects related to drafting monthly and annual budgets, outreach, special events, and membership development. Co-Chaired Events and Education Committees. Liaised with government officials, NGOs and international dignitaries in support of various projects.

Teaching Assistant at Pasadena City College

2007 - 2008

Tutored and guided student research in International Relations and Comparative Politics. Led discussion and performed administrative tasks as needed.

Committee Director at PAXMUN Inc.

2007 - 2008

Presided over all committee proceedings, moderated debates, and evaluated delegate debate performance and position papers. Drafted comprehensive background guides on various debate topics, including: collective punishment, extrajudicial killings, terrorism, disarmament, and international development.

Paulo M. Rodriguez's Education

The George Washington University

2012 – 2013

Master of International Studies, Elliott School of International Affairs

Concentration: U.S. Foreign Policy


London School of Economics and Political Science

2011 – 2012

Master of Science with Merit

Concentration: Comparative Politics and Conflict Studies


University of California, Los Angeles

2009 – 2011

Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies

Concentration: Major:International Development Studies; Double Minor: Political Science and Middle Eastern Studies


Pasadena City College

2007 – 2009

Associate in Arts

Concentration: Political Science


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