Shafiq Ghafoori
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Shafiq has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and successfully implementing programs and projects. He excels in developing and executing strategic plans that drive organizational objectives, has demonstrated outstanding achievements in educational initiatives, and is skilled in facilitating multi-language communication as an interpreter
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supportive Service for Veteran Families Case Manager
Changing Homelessness
Jacksonville, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Managed caseload of Veterans, providing housing support, stability planning, and linkage to resources while prioritizing participant choice.
- Conducted regular check-ins, recertifications, and assisted with housing searches and appointments.
- Collaborated with landlords and community services to ensure long-term housing stability and well-being.
Language Interpreter (On Call)
International Language Service
03.2024 - Current
- Facilitated real-time, multi-language communication between Turkish, Persian, Urdu, and Uzbek speakers and English-speaking staff.
- Translated complex documents while ensuring cultural and linguistic nuances were accurately conveyed.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support accurate patient information exchange and improve care outcomes
Program Manager
Catholic Charities
Jacksonville, FL
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Successfully managed the Reception and Placement (R&P) team and effectively implemented program initiatives.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.
Refugee Specialist
Catholic Charities
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Effectively managed a caseload of over 60 refugee cases, ensuring timely and accurate support.
- Successfully delivered core Reception & Placement (R&P) services to meet program objectives.
Project Officer
Tetra Tech
01.2018 - 03.2022
- Coordinated project activities, ensuring alignment with timelines and objectives.
- Developed and maintained project documentation to support tracking and reporting processes.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to enhance collaboration and project outcomes.
- Monitored project progress, identifying risks and recommending solutions for timely resolution.
Education
Master Degree - International Development
09.2015
Bachelore Degree - Commerce
Skills
- Project Management (Agile and Waterfall)
- SSVF Case Management
- Refugee Resettlement
- Interpretation/Translation
- Organization and Multitasking
- Program Coordination
Certification
- Monitoring and Evaluation for Innovation Policy, through the World Bank Online Learning Platform 2024
- Organizational Leadership and Development Certification: through Center for Organization Leadership and Development: Dubai 2020
LANGUAGES
Turkish
Persian
Uzbeki
Timeline
Supportive Service for Veteran Families Case Manager - Changing Homelessness
04.2025 - Current
Language Interpreter (On Call) - International Language Service
03.2024 - Current
Program Manager - Catholic Charities
03.2024 - 04.2025
Refugee Specialist - Catholic Charities
05.2023 - 03.2024
Project Officer - Tetra Tech
01.2018 - 03.2022
International University of Pune - Bachelore Degree, Commerce
International University of Japan - Master Degree, International Development