Jala H.

About Jala H.

Jala Hooks is a Director of Operations on Capitol Hill and a community-rooted leader committed to building strong institutions that advance economic equity. A proud Philadelphian and small business owner, she also founded a mutual aid collective serving North Philadelphia, grounding her work at the intersection of governance and grassroots impact.In her current role, Jala leads organizational infrastructure and operational strategy for a MOC in a high-stakes legislative environment. She oversees internal systems, executive scheduling, stakeholder engagement, and major events, ensuring alignment between policy priorities and operational execution. She regularly collaborates with senior Congressional leadership and external partners, including the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, to strengthen cross-sector relationships and institutional effectiveness.Her policy background includes research and advocacy work focused on workforce development, labor, education, civil rights, housing and small businesses. Across roles, she has developed expertise in the legislative process, strategic coordination, and building systems that allow mission-driven organizations to scale responsibly.Clifton Strengths: Relator, Restorative, Strategic, Individualization, Deliberative

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   U.S. House Of Representatives

   Mar 2026 — Present

Education

• Temple University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Africology and Politicial Science

  2020 — 2023