Saiful Hoque

Dedicated humanitarian, nonprofit leader, and education professional with over 15 years of experience in refugee services, community development, education support, and nonprofit leadership across the U.S., Bangladesh, and Myanmar. Proven expertise in employment services, interpretation, education systems, youth and women empowerment, and community peacebuilding. Multilingual professional with strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and program coordination skills.

Founder & Executive Director - Buffalo Rohingya Development Association (BRDA) - Buffalo, NY

(2005-10)

Founded and lead a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Rohingya youth and women through education, leadership development, and capacity-building initiatives

• Promote multicultural understanding, civic engagement, and cross-cultural awareness within the Rohingya community and the broader Buffalo region
• Coordinate with NGOs, local organizations, schools, and service providers to secure resources for community building and integration
• Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in community services, education, and local initiatives
• Organize community forums, workshops, and outreach activities to strengthen social cohesion and community well-being
• Provide strategic leadership, community representation, and partnership development to support sustainable community growth

Employment Specialist - Journey's End Refugee Services - Buffalo, NY

(2025-10 - 2026-06)

Assisted refugees and immigrants with job readiness, employment placement, and workforce integration

• Provided employment counseling, resume assistance, and interview preparation
• Coordinated with employers, case managers, and community partners
• Maintained accurate case documentation and progress reports

Professional Interpreter (Burmese–Rohingya–English), Part-Time - Journey's End Refugee Services - Buffalo, NY

(2025-05)

Provided professional interpretation services for refugee and immigrant clients

• Supported client appointments, meetings, and trainings
• Ensured culturally accurate and effective communication

Substitute Teacher (Building Substitute) - Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) - Buffalo, NY

(2025-03 - 2025-10)

• Delivered classroom instruction across grade levels
• Maintained classroom management and supported student learning
• Worked effectively with diverse student populations

Substitute Teacher / SECA Paraprofessional Educator - Chicago Public Schools (CPS) – Jordan Elementary Community School - Chicago, IL

(2024-08 - 2024-11)

• Assisted teachers with instruction and student support
• Provided individualized academic and behavioral assistance
• Supported inclusive education practices

Recess Coach (Part-Time, Seasonal) - Chicago Public Schools (CPS) – Jordan Elementary Community School - Chicago, IL

(2024-03 - 2024-06)

• Supervised student activities and promoted positive behavior
• Provided interpretation for Rohingya and Burmese-speaking families
• Assisted with parent meetings and school communications

Volunteer Coordinator & Consultant - Centre for Peace and Justice (CPJ) & World Food Programme (WFP) - Bangladesh

(2020 - 2023)

• Coordinated volunteer operations in refugee camps
• Consultant for Rohingya Mobility Study Project and Emergency Response Project
• Interpreted for staff meetings, trainings, and field coordination

Translator & Interpreter - American Jewish World Service (AJWS)

(2020 - 2023)

• Translated documents between Rohingya, Burmese, and English
• Interpreted for in-person and virtual meetings
• Provided contextual analysis on refugee camp conditions

Volunteer Coordinator & Project Officer - Centre for Social Integrity (CSI) - Myanmar / Bangladesh

(2017-10 - 2021-12)

• Coordinated community programs in refugee camps
• Managed volunteers, project implementation, and reporting
• Supported peacebuilding and social cohesion initiatives

Training Supervisor - Bridge Asia Japan (NGO) - Maungdaw, Myanmar

(2016-10 - 2017-08)

• Supervised training programs and capacity-building initiatives
• Coordinated logistics and community engagement

Education Assistant | Community Services Assistant | Program Facilitator | Admin & Logistics Clerk - UNHCR / CSSEP – Maungdaw Office - Maungdaw, Myanmar

(2008-01 - 2016-09)

• Supported education, youth, and community services programs
• Facilitated inter-ethnic youth and peacebuilding initiatives
• Managed administration, logistics, and community outreach

Translator (English – Myanmar) - Malteser International (Medical NGO) - Maungdaw, Myanmar

(2007-08 - 2007-12)

• Provided translation for medical and humanitarian programs
• Supported staff communication and operations

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - English - Sittwe University (2004)