Omer Bashir

International Programs & Public Diplomacy Professional | Exchange Programs | Higher Education | U.S. Consulate Karachi

Islāmābād, Pakistan

About

I am an international education and public diplomacy professional with more than a decade of experience working with universities, government institutions, and global exchange programs in the United States and Pakistan. Currently serving as an Exchanges Coordinator at the U.S. Consulate General Karachi, I manage U.S. government-funded international exchange initiatives that strengthen leadership, policy collaboration, and cross-cultural understanding among policymakers, academics, and civil society leaders. My work focuses on program management, stakeholder engagement, and outreach strategies that expand participation and strengthen international collaboration. I have experience designing and implementing programs that connect emerging leaders with global networks and learning opportunities. Previously, I worked with U.S. higher education institutions in Texas where I supported student advising, international recruitment, enrollment services, and academic program administration. My professional interests include international education, leadership development programs, global partnerships, and public diplomacy initiatives.

Experience

  • Public Engagement Assistant - Exchanges Coordinator at U.S. Department of State
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Educational Advisor at EducationUSA
    Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant at Texas A&M University-Victoria
    Aug 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Advisor Pathways and Case Mangement at Houston City College
    Aug 2019 - Aug 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Houston City College (3 yrs 8 mos)
    • Enrollment Services Assistant
      Jul 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Registration Assistant
      Jan 2014 - Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 6 mos