Jabou Sissoho
About Jabou Sissoho
Jabou Sissoho serves as the Associate Director of Development at the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University, a position he has held since 2024. He has a strong academic background in public administration and business, complemented by experience in major gifts development and volunteer coordination.
Work at The George Washington University
Jabou Sissoho serves as the Associate Director of Development at the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the school's development initiatives for a duration of five months. In this role, he focuses on advancing the school's fundraising efforts and building relationships with potential donors.
Education and Expertise
Jabou Sissoho earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Baruch College, where he studied from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Entrepreneurship Management at the same institution from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Arts (AA) in Business Administration from the Borough of Manhattan Community College in 2016.
Professional Experience
Before joining The George Washington University, Jabou Sissoho worked at Helen Keller International as an Associate in Major Gifts from 2020 to 2022. He then transitioned to B Lab, where he served as a Development Officer for Major Gifts from 2022 to 2024. His earlier experience includes a role as a Volunteer Coordinator with the Civic Corps at the International Rescue Committee from 2019 to 2020.
Career Development
Jabou Sissoho's career has progressed through various roles in development and fundraising. His experience at organizations such as Helen Keller International and B Lab has equipped him with skills in major gifts and donor relations. His volunteer coordination role at the International Rescue Committee provided him with insights into civic engagement and community support.