Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Languages
Additional Experience
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Fatoumata Adja Sakho

Seattle,WA

Summary

Over two decades of experience in social services, specializing in program oversight, advocacy, and trauma-informed care for immigrant and refugee communities. Proven success in managing social programs, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Skills in developing monitoring frameworks, conducting program evaluations, and producing stakeholder reports. Strong background in contract adherence, corrective action planning, and cross-sector collaboration. Proficient in Salesforce and other data systems for documentation, analysis, and quality assurance. Multilingual: Wolof, Soninke, and some Spanish

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Program Director

New Beginnings
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Oversaw housing program referrals, intakes, and application reviews for survivors of gender-based violence.
  • Ensured contract compliance and supported funding reconciliation and reporting.
  • Supervised survivor advocates and trained staff in Salesforce data entry and documentation accuracy.
  • Led trauma-informed advocacy and responded to participant emergencies, maintaining program integrity.

Program Manager / Parent Group Facilitator

Families of Color Seattle
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Coordinated parent group programming, registration systems, and educator onboarding.
  • Tracked engagement, scheduled sessions, and supported outreach and retention efforts.
  • Identified emerging needs in maternal health and parenting systems and facilitated family-centered meetings.

Child Support Enforcement Officer

Washington State DSHS
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Managed child support cases enforced financial and medical obligations and interpreted legal orders.
  • Applied federal and state regulations to determine paternity and locate individuals/assets.
  • Maintained caseloads using SEMS and negotiated repayment plans with clients.

Program Manager / Director

West African Community Council
12.2020 - 02.2023
  • Managed labor standards advocacy and parenting programs for immigrant and refugee families.
  • Developed culturally responsive curricula and coordinated workshops, support groups, and case management.
  • Conducted program evaluations, compiled reports for funders, and maintained database systems.
  • Built partnerships across King County and led outreach initiatives to support community integration.

Women’s Advocate

Somali Family Safety Task Force
02.2020 - 11.2020
  • Provided trauma-informed case management and coordinated housing stability services.
  • Conducted intakes, referrals, and safety planning for survivors of gender-based violence.
  • Co-managed program budgets and completed grant reports for DV and VOCA-funded services.
  • Facilitated educational sessions and youth workshops focused on prevention and empowerment.

Education

Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) -

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Certificate in Nonprofit Management - undefined

University of Washington

Certificate in Early Childhood Education - undefined

Edmonds College

Master’s in Local Development & Public Policies - undefined

University of Rouen

Bachelors in Sociology & Women’s Studies - undefined

University of Dakar

Skills

  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Proficiency in Office 365
  • Salesforce
  • Zoom - Teams

Accomplishments

    Led several social programs empowering immigrant and refugees families and youth in King County

    Volunteered in advocacy and policy changes within Seattle Public Schools

    Child development expert and parenting support navigator

Certification

Non Profit management

Early Childhood certificate

Languages

French
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Wolof
Native or Bilingual
Soninke
Native or Bilingual
Fulani
Native or Bilingual

Additional Experience

  • Youth & Family Advocate, New Beginnings (2017–2019): Delivered trauma-informed services, coordinated school access, and supported emergency housing transitions.
  • Residential Support Specialist, Evergreen Recovery Centers (2015): Monitored recovery facility operations, managed crises, and supported parents with childcare.
  • Substitute Teacher, Hilltop Children’s Center (2016–2017): Provided early childhood education and classroom support.
  • French Tutor & Childcare Provider, Self-Employed (2010–2014): Delivered bilingual education and supported immigrant families with social service navigation.

Timeline

Assistant Program Director

New Beginnings
04.2024 - 05.2025

Program Manager / Parent Group Facilitator

Families of Color Seattle
07.2023 - 12.2023

Child Support Enforcement Officer

Washington State DSHS
02.2023 - 04.2023

Program Manager / Director

West African Community Council
12.2020 - 02.2023

Women’s Advocate

Somali Family Safety Task Force
02.2020 - 11.2020

Certificate in Nonprofit Management - undefined

University of Washington

Certificate in Early Childhood Education - undefined

Edmonds College

Master’s in Local Development & Public Policies - undefined

University of Rouen

Bachelors in Sociology & Women’s Studies - undefined

University of Dakar

Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) -

University of Washington