Abdul Morrison Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom

I lead policy development, ensuring equality and diversity are at the forefront. My analytical skills drive evidence-based decisions, and I collaborate across all levels to create impact. As a Senior Policy & Equalities Officer, my role is multifaceted and impactful. I specialise in driving positive change, championing equality, diversity, and strategic policy development. Responsibilities:Advising Leadership: I collaborate closely with senior leadership teams and elected councillors, providing expert guidance and briefings on policy matters.Data-Driven Insights: I conduct robust research using Census and population data, ensuring evidence-based policy development.Foresight: My horizon scanning skills anticipate emerging issues, allowing us to proactively address challenges.Stakeholder Engagement: I foster essential relationships, shaping policy positions that promote inclusivity.Equality Duty Implementation: I ensure compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty, promoting diversity.Budget Management: I oversee the council’s translation and interpretation budget, ensuring accurate processing of payments for all services. I coordinate supplier relationships and collaborate with our procurement team to prepare marketing tenders as needed.Key achievements:Workforce Diversity: Successfully implemented equality monitoring data collection, enabling informed workforce diversity analysis.Employee Networks: Developed and supported three employee networks/resource groups.Community Impact: Supported the creation and delivery of Barnsley’s community cohesion strategy and developed the town's first LGBTQ+ guide.Strategy: Developed Barnsley’s 2024-2026 Action Plan, setting strategic priorities to drive policy and equalities objectives over the two years.Compliance: Authored the 2023/2024 Annual EDI Report, highlighting key progress, challenges, and achievements to ensure transparency and accountability.

Barnsley, England, United Kingdom

As an Assistant Scrutiny Officer, my role extends beyond the surface, delving into the intricacies of organisational dynamics and service excellence. I play a pivotal role in enhancing internal and external services through effective overview and scrutiny, working closely with senior officers and committee councillors.Responsibilities:Member-Led Insight: I support the overview and scrutiny process, analysing and challenging council services, partners, and agencies to drive improvement.Meeting Management: I ensure seamless oversight by managing committee-related tasks— monitoring compliance, reports, minutes, agendas, and presentations.Data-Driven Insights: I conduct research, analyse trends, and interpret external influences, informing evidence-based decisions.Regulatory Expertise: I stay abreast of local and national regulations, ensuring compliance and impactful service delivery.Stakeholder Collaboration: I liaise with internal and external partners, fostering effective delivery and collaboration.Strategic Planning: I contribute to work program planning for committees, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.Efficient Communication: I utilise systems for information dissemination, keeping stakeholders informed.Meeting Coordination: I organise diaries, appointments, and meetings, optimising efficiency.Policy Advocacy: I actively engage with elected members, advocating for evidence.

Barnsley, England, United Kingdom

As an Elections Trainee, I was dedicated to supporting the integrity and efficiency of electoral processes. My role involved a range of responsibilities, from maintaining the Electoral Register to assisting in the organisation of Elections and Referendums. Responsibilities:Staff Coordination: Assisted with appointments for polling station staff and other election-related duties.Information Management: Handled sensitive information securely and provided guidance on complex issues in compliance with legislation.Data Integrity: Verified identities, investigated queries, and conducted integrity checks to ensure entitlement to information.Operational Support: Aided in booking venues, preparing materials, and supervising polling station and vote count staff on Election Day.Key achievements:UK Voter Identification Implementation: I led the Barnsley strategy for implementing voter ID requirements. Collaborating with stakeholders and partners, I engaged residents across the borough. I ensured that even those most likely to be disenfranchised by the changes—students, diverse communities—were informed. Engagement events at colleges, mosques, and community spaces spread awareness. Polling day was a success, every voter was aware of the ID requirements, fostering trust in the process.Election Result Analysis: I delved into the borough’s historical election results, tracing patterns since its formation. I mapped the political Landscape Mapping, reporting on party strongholds, majorities, and candidate standings. Who stood where? Who won or lost? These insights informed strategic decisions.Locum Staff Management: I created a central control sheet, cataloguing locum staff supporting our functions—whether at polling stations or during canvassing. When help was needed, we could swiftly identify available staff.

Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom

As a Warehouse Administrator, I oversaw the receipt, storage, and dispatch of apple electronic goods within the warehouse, ensuring efficient inventory management and seamless warehouse operations.Responsibilities:Inventory Management: Oversee the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, maintain accurate records, and ensure inventory levels are up to date.WMS Operation: Utilise Warehouse Management Systems to track inventory, orders, and deliveries, optimizing warehouse operations.Supply Chain Coordination: Coordinate the flow of goods from suppliers to consumers, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.Safety and Quality Control: Implement safety protocols, conduct safety audits, and maintain quality standards for inventory.Key achievements:Working with our IT team to integrate previously separated B2B and B2C systems for effective inventory management.Excellent time management and organisation skills to achieve daily targets to ship over 250 orders.

Harrogate, England, United Kingdom

Short-term contract where my role was intricately tied to the UK Government’s ambitious Levelling Up agenda- a commitment to bridge regional disparities and create a more equitable society.Responsibilities:Strategic Alignment: My research efforts were purposefully directed toward understanding the challenges faced by different regions. I delved into economic disparities, educational gaps, and infrastructure deficiencies.Evidence-Based Decision-Making: Armed with data, I contributed to policy discussions. Whether it was analysing educational attainments, transports links or assessing broadband connectivity in rural and coastal areas, my insights informed critical choices.12 UK-Wide Missions: The Levelling Up White Paper outlined 12 missions—bold objectives to anchor the agenda until 2030. My research directly supported these missions, ensuring they were grounded in reality and actionable.Investment Priorities: I identified areas where targeted investments could yield maximum impact and looking at available soft-landing packages for business relocations.Rigorous Methodologies: Just as safety protocols protect physical goods, I safeguarded the integrity of our research findings.

Keele, England, United Kingdom

I had the privilege of learning from and collaborating with accomplished researchers, which significantly enhanced my research skills and knowledge. Together, we developed an innovative research framework that not only addressed the complexities of cross-cultural LGBTQ+ experiences but also aimed to influence positive change in societal attitudes and policies.Responsibilities:Analysis of 100,000 words of qualitative data to identify key themes and patterns.Ensuring our survey questions were inclusive and representative of diverse experiences.Using advanced qualitative research methods to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our findings.

Keele, England, United Kingdom

Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom

Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom

Master Of Science - Msc, Applied Social & Political Psychology, Upper Second Class

Activities and Societies: Member of Keele University Mens Rugby ClubDissertation: Understanding the treatment and perception of American.

Certificate, Electoral Legislation, Pass

Modules included: Data protection; Absent voting; Returning Officer; Election timetables; Count procedure; Annual Canvass

Bachelor Of Science - Bsc (Dual Honours), Neuroscience And Psychology, 2:1 (67% Weighted Average)

Activities and Societies: Member of Keele University American Football Club Member of Keele Quidditch Society Member of Keele Model Model.

Biology, Chemistry And Psychology

Gcses, 10 A* To C Including English Language And Literature, Maths, And Triple Science

Activities and Societies: Model United Nations Club Basketball Team Tennis Team Board Games ClubHead Boy (Student Director): September.