Mansoor (Gm) Pozhhan
About Mansoor (Gm) Pozhhan
Mansoor (Gm) Pozhhan serves as the Regional Refugee Health Officer at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, a position he has held since 2021. His extensive background includes roles in refugee services, accounting, and finance, with experience in both the United States and Afghanistan.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Mansoor Pozhhan serves as the Regional Refugee Health Officer at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing health-related initiatives and programs aimed at supporting refugee populations. His work focuses on ensuring access to healthcare services and addressing the specific health needs of refugees in the Austin, Texas area.
Previous Experience in Refugee Services
Before joining USCRI, Mansoor Pozhhan held various positions at Refugee Services of Texas. He worked as a Resettlement Case Manager from 2017 to 2019, where he assisted refugees in their transition to life in the United States. He then served as a Matching Grant Coordinator from 2019 to 2020, facilitating financial assistance programs for refugees. His final role at the organization was as a Data Specialist from 2020 to 2021, where he managed data related to refugee services.
Work History at U.S. Department of State
Mansoor Pozhhan has experience working with the U.S. Department of State. He served as an Accounting Technician in Afghanistan for four months in 2014. Following this, he worked as a Class B Cashier & Fund Control Officer from 2011 to 2014, where he managed financial operations and cash control for the department in Afghanistan.
Education and Qualifications
Mansoor Pozhhan earned a Bachelor's degree in National Economics from the Faculty of Economics, completing his studies from 2004 to 2007. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in economic principles, which supports his work in refugee services and health management.
Early Career in Afghanistan
Before moving to the United States, Mansoor Pozhhan worked at The First MicroFinanceBank - Afghanistan (FMFB-A) as an Account Officer from 2008 to 2011. He gained valuable experience in financial management and customer service during this time. His early career also included a role as a Cashier III at The University of Texas at Austin from 2015 to 2017.