Ahmad Ahmadzai
@ahmadahmadzai
Experienced bilingual interpreter with a passion for community support.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced bilingual interpreter fluent in Pashto, Dari, and English, with over 7 years of dedicated service supporting the U.S. Army in Afghanistan. My role involved providing linguistic support during high-pressure operations, translating and interpreting in real-time, and facilitating communication between military personnel and the local Afghan population. I pride myself on maintaining strict confidentiality and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
In addition to my interpreting experience, I have worked as a Case Manager at Al-Misbaah Nonprofit Organization in California, where I assisted refugee and immigrant clients in accessing essential services such as housing, employment, and healthcare. My strong background in logistics as a Lead Logistics Coordinator at DHL Express has equipped me with excellent organizational and team leadership skills, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery of services.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Interpreter (Pashto/Dari-English)
Mission Essential Personnel
Jan 2007 - Dec 2014 (7 years 11 months)
Provided linguistic support to U.S. military personnel during operations and missions. Translated and interpreted in high-pressure, real-time situations, facilitating communication between military staff and local Afghan population.
Case Manager
Al-Misbaah Nonprofit Organization
Assisted refugee and immigrant clients in accessing housing, employment, and healthcare. Maintained accurate client records and provided support throughout case resolution, working with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Lead Logistics Coordinator
DHL Express
Supervised shipping and delivery operations for international packages. Trained and managed staff in warehouse and logistics processes, ensuring timely delivery and efficient resolution of customer issues.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Blue Horizon Interpreter Training | Cross-Cultural Communications
Certificate, Interpreting
2024 - 2024
Completed a 40-hour self-paced professional interpreter course, approved for 4.0 RID CEUs and 40 OCCI PDUs. This training enhanced skills in community interpreting and cross-cultural communication.
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