John Helderman
About John Helderman
John Helderman is a Project Manager for the Sponsor Circle Program at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in refugee resettlement and holds a Master of Arts in Refugee Integration from Dublin City University.
Work at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
John Helderman has been serving as Project Manager for the Sponsor Circle Program at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2022. In this role, he has created program resources to support the mission of the Sponsor Circle Program in refugee resettlement. Prior to this position, he worked at USCRI in various capacities, including Program Coordinator for the Discovering Home initiative and Case Manager for Employment and Self-Sufficiency, as well as Reception and Placement. His experience at USCRI spans multiple roles that contribute to the organization's efforts in refugee support.
Education and Expertise
John Helderman holds a Master of Arts in Refugee Integration from Dublin City University, where he studied from 2021 to 2022. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication from Bowling Green State University, completing his degree from 2005 to 2009. His educational background equips him with the skills necessary for project management and program development in the field of refugee resettlement.
Background
John Helderman has a diverse professional background within the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. He began his tenure at USCRI as a Case Manager for Reception and Placement in 2019, followed by a role as Case Manager for Employment and Self-Sufficiency. He transitioned to the position of Program Coordinator for the Discovering Home program before taking on his current role as Project Manager for the Sponsor Circle Program. His experience reflects a commitment to supporting refugee communities.
Achievements
In his role as Project Manager for the Sponsor Circle Program, John Helderman has developed engagement strategies and financial modeling to enhance refugee resettlement efforts. He has also conducted academic research that contributed to the strategy development for the program. These initiatives demonstrate his focus on improving the effectiveness of refugee support programs.