?? Professional Summary

Multilingual humanitarian professional with over 3 years of hands-on project management experience in protection, community-based programming, and stakeholder coordination within UNHCR operations in Turkey. Demonstrated ability to lead and implement multi-sectoral projects, assess and respond to community needs, and ensure accountability and impact. Skilled in Agile-style task management, reporting, risk planning, and strategic planning for field-based interventions.

?? Project Experience Overview

Senior Community-Based Protection Assistant

UNHCR – Ankara & Gaziantep, Turkey
Dates: March 2022 – Present

Led the planning and implementation of field projects addressing refugee protection and community engagement in earthquake-affected regions.
Managed social cohesion activities, liaised with stakeholders, coordinated sectoral meetings, and ensured timely delivery of community-based services.
Conducted needs assessments and contributed to the design of evidence-based project proposals.
Supervised volunteers and facilitated training on GBV, child protection, and accountability to affected people (AAP).
Authored reports, concept notes, and fact sheets; managed DIADs with partners; ensured data-driven monitoring and evaluation of projects.

Protection Assistant (Resettlement)

UNHCR – Ankara, Turkey
Dates: Sep 2021 – Jul 2022

Interviewed asylum seekers and refugees to assess their eligibility for third-country resettlement.
Drafted detailed resettlement submissions in accordance with UNHCR guidelines and partner country standards.
Provided counselling, legal information, and referrals for vulnerable cases.
Supported coordination with partner organizations to streamline case management and advocacy.

?? Education & Certifications

MSc, Motor Control and Learning – Alzahra University, Tehran
BSc, Motor Behavior – Alzahra University, Tehran

Relevant Certifications:

Google Project Management Certificate (Coursera – 2024)
Community-based Protection (CBP)
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) – Level 1 & 2
Protection Induction Programme (PIP)
Implementing the AGD Approach
Accountability to Affected People (AAP)
Resettlement (All modules)

?? Languages

Arabic: Native
Persian: Native
English: Advanced
Turkish: Advanced
Spanish: Lower Intermediate