Rob Cochran

(503) 314-6438 • worldcitizenrob@gmail.com • He/Him/His/Él • Portland, OR

Summary

Multifaceted program coordinator and tenant advocate with a decade of experience supporting housing justice, community education, and grassroots organizing. Proven success designing and leading bilingual training programs, streamlining operations, and integrating AI tools to boost service delivery. Recognized for empathetic communication, technical agility, and commitment to equity, particularly in support of marginalized renters and first-time homebuyers.

Relevant Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, proficient in translation for public-facing documents and communications
• Skilled in delivering culturally responsive tenant education, workshops, and advocacy
• Adept at using Microsoft Office Suite, database systems, and AI tools like ChatGPT in workflows
• Proven success in program coordination, grassroots fundraising, and team leadership
• Knowledgeable in Fair Housing, landlord-tenant law, and crisis intervention
• Experienced public speaker and training program facilitator

Professional Experience

Community Alliance of Tenants
Tenant Education & Support Coordinator (Feb 2025 – Jun 2025)

• Provided direct tenant support through the Renters’ Rights Hotline
• Planned and facilitated educational workshops and webinars
• Trained new volunteers and staff on hotline procedures
• Tracked and applied changes in Oregon landlord-tenant law
• Collaborated with culturally specific groups for outreach
• Maintained data entry and grant reporting accuracy
• Translated materials and offered bilingual interpretation

Portland Housing Center
Program Coordinator (Apr 2019 – Oct 2024)

• Coordinated and delivered trainings for diverse audiences
• Improved efficiency by 25% through system redesign
• Translated education materials and facilitated bilingual services
• Managed partnerships with local stakeholders
• Reduced administrative workload by 20% through automation
• Led transition to new CRM/database system

Columbia Riverkeeper
Canvasser Director (May 2014 – Apr 2019)

• Led canvassing team that exceeded fundraising targets by 20%
• Directed public engagement for environmental initiatives
• Optimized performance with data-driven team management

Education

• College of Santa Fe – Majored in Theatre, Minored in Music
• Bennett Stellar University – Certifications in NLP, Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching
• Udemy – ChatGPT Masterclass: Build Solutions and Apps with ChatGPT