Zehra Bukhari

Multilingual humanitarian professional with 5+ years of experience supporting UN agencies and international NGOs in project monitoring, language interpretation, translation, and cross-functional team coordination. Fluent in Persian (Dari/Farsi), Urdu, and English, with proven expertise in quality reporting, stakeholder communication, field operations, and documentation. Experienced in ensuring accuracy, maintaining high-quality standards, and facilitating collaboration between international teams and local communities.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering excellence in remote, multicultural environments.

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer - UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) - Pakistan

(2006-01 - 2008-12)

• Conducted monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian programmes to ensure compliance with project objectives and quality standards.
• Reviewed field activities, verified data accuracy, and prepared analytical reports for programme improvement.
• Coordinated with implementing partners and international teams to resolve operational issues.
• Performed beneficiary interviews, field assessments, and quality reviews.
• Maintained accurate project documentation and monitoring databases.
• Presented findings and recommendations to programme management.
• Key Achievement: Maintained high standards of data quality and reporting while supporting humanitarian projects across multiple field locations.

Interpreter & Project Support Officer - International NGO (INGO) - Pakistan

(2011-01 - 2015-12)

• Provided professional interpretation between Persian (Dari/Farsi), Urdu, and English during meetings, field visits, workshops, and community engagements.
• Translated reports, project documents, training materials, and official correspondence.
• Coordinated communication between international staff, project teams, and local stakeholders.
• Supported programme implementation, monitoring activities, and project reporting.
• Assisted with field operations and ensured timely completion of project activities.
• Helped resolve communication challenges across multicultural teams.
• Key Achievement: Enabled effective communication between international experts and local communities, improving coordination and project delivery.

Freelance Persian (Dari/Farsi) Translator & Interpreter - Various NGOs & Humanitarian Organizations - Pakistan

• Delivered accurate translation and interpretation services in Persian (Dari/Farsi), Urdu, and English.
• Translated humanitarian, legal, administrative, and educational documents.
• Supported interviews, focus group discussions, assessments, and training sessions.
• Ensured linguistic accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and confidentiality.

Bachelor's Degree - Karachi university