Samira Baqer
About Samira Baqer
Samira Baqer is a Case Aid Worker and Interpreter currently employed at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Arlington, Virginia. She has a background in civil engineering and experience in community relations, mentoring, and communication.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Samira Baqer currently serves as a Case Aid Worker and Interpreter at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in Arlington, Virginia. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting refugees and immigrants. In her role, she is responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects and ensuring safety compliance by performing pre-task planning and reporting any safety issues to management. Her work involves progressively increased roles of training and responsibility, reflecting her commitment to the organization.
Previous Experience at International Rescue Committee
Before her current role, Samira Baqer worked at the International Rescue Committee as a Mentor Protection Monitor from 2013 to 2014 in New York, New York. During her nine-month tenure, she focused on monitoring protection issues and supporting vulnerable populations. This experience contributed to her understanding of the challenges faced by refugees and immigrants, further enhancing her skills in case management and support.
Experience at International Committee of the Red Cross
Samira Baqer served as the Team Leader of the Communication Department at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Geneva, Switzerland, from 2013 to 2014. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing communication strategies and ensuring effective information dissemination. This position allowed her to develop her leadership skills and gain valuable insights into humanitarian efforts on a global scale.
Educational Background in Engineering and Design
Samira Baqer holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Technology in Iraq, where she studied from 1993 to 2000. She later pursued further education at Wake Technical Community College, earning an Associate's degree in Advertising and Graphic Design from 2015 to 2017. This diverse educational background equips her with a unique skill set applicable to her roles in community relations and case management.
Former Role at CHF International
Samira Baqer worked as a Community Relations Coordinator at CHF International from 2011 to 2012 in the United States. In this position, she focused on fostering community engagement and building relationships with various stakeholders. This experience laid the foundation for her ongoing commitment to supporting marginalized communities.