Abdelgabar Mohieldin
New York,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented translator and editor with over 20 years of experience in translation, editing, and language training. Adept at handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Recognized for outstanding service and dedication at the United Nations. Strong organizational skills and a team player committed to maintaining international peace and security.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Translator/Editor/Language Trainer
United Nations Headquarters
New York , NY
04.2024 - Current
- Translated verbatim records and meeting records of the UN Security Council, General Assembly, and other major bodies from English to Arabic and vice versa
- Produced accurate verbatim records using advanced CAT tools
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words
- Worked as a UN language/translation trainer and participated in the UN Outreach Programme with universities worldwide.
Adjunct Instructor - MA Program in Translation and Interpreting
New York University
New York , NY
08.2023 - Current
Translator/Editor/Language Trainer
United Nations Headquarters
New York , NY
04.2010 - 08.2023
- Translated verbatim records and meeting records of the UN Security Council, General Assembly, and other major bodies from English to Arabic and vice versa
- Produced accurate verbatim records using advanced CAT tools
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words
- Worked as a UN language/translation trainer and participated in the UN Outreach Programme with universities worldwide.
Senior Editor and Translator
Ittihad Newspaper
Abu Dhabi , UAE
04.2000 - 03.2010
- Reported, edited, and translated a wide range of materials from news items to specialized articles
- Translated and edited commentaries and op-eds written by international leaders
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
Editor/Translator
Al-Ayam and Al-Sahafa Newspapers
Khartoum , Sudan
01.1996 - 03.2000
- Senior editor of the cultural supplement of Al-Ayam Newspaper
- Initiated the translation department of Al-Sahafa Newspaper.
Lecturer in Translation
University of Khartoum
Khartoum , Sudan
06.1996 - 02.2000
- Tailored and designed translation course plans and curriculum
- Created and designed quizzes, tests, and projects to assess student knowledge
- Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement.
Arabic Teacher/Special Arabic Teacher
Hai Elmatar Infant School, Unity High School & Foreign Diplomatic Missions to Sudan
Khartoum , Sudan
06.1991 - 02.2000
- Tailored and designed Arabic course plans and curriculum for infants and high school graders
- Taught standard Schools Arabic Curricula and evaluated students' performance
- Created and designed quizzes, tests, and projects to assess student knowledge
- Designed, developed and taught special Arabic courses to Dutch, British and Italian diplomats to Khartoum to ensure their familiarity and understanding of the language and the cultural settings they work in
- Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement.
Education
Certificate - Human Rights
US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights
Washington DC10.2022
Certificate - Artificial Intelligence
University of Oxford
Oxford, UK08.2022
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Khartoum
Khartoum, Sudan07.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Media
Faculty of Journalism and Information
Omdurman, Sudan06.1997
Graduate Diploma - Translation
University of Khartoum
Khartoum, Sudan07.1995
Bachelor of Drama and Theatrical Criticism -
Sudan University for Science and Technology
Khartoum, Sudan06.1982
Skills
- On-the-job training proficiency
- Relationship building
- In-depth knowledge of translation, editing, and proofreading
- Training material development
- Innovative program development
- Job training expertise
- Motivational techniques
- Document Translation
- Project Management
- Document Review
- Project Support
- Cultural understanding
- Client Services
- Cultural Awareness
- Live interpretations
- Records Review
Affiliations
- Marquis Who's Who in America Top Executive
- ProZ.com Community of Professional Translators
- The New York Circle of Translators
- Sudanese Studies Association
- Sudanese Writers Union
Certification
- Human Rights Consultant, US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, 10/01/22
- Professional Translator and Editor, United Nations, 08/01/23
- Lecturer in Translation, University of Khartoum, 02/01/00
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the United Nations Secretary-General Award for Long Dedication and Outstanding United Nations Service
- Bilingual translation of books
- Bilingual writings and publications
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Timeline
Translator/Editor/Language Trainer
United Nations Headquarters
04.2024 - Current
Adjunct Instructor - MA Program in Translation and Interpreting
New York University
08.2023 - Current
Translator/Editor/Language Trainer
United Nations Headquarters
04.2010 - 08.2023
Senior Editor and Translator
Ittihad Newspaper
04.2000 - 03.2010
Lecturer in Translation
University of Khartoum
06.1996 - 02.2000
Editor/Translator
Al-Ayam and Al-Sahafa Newspapers
01.1996 - 03.2000
Arabic Teacher/Special Arabic Teacher
Hai Elmatar Infant School, Unity High School & Foreign Diplomatic Missions to Sudan
06.1991 - 02.2000
Certificate - Human Rights
US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights
Certificate - Artificial Intelligence
University of Oxford
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Khartoum
Bachelor of Arts - Media
Faculty of Journalism and Information
Graduate Diploma - Translation
University of Khartoum
Bachelor of Drama and Theatrical Criticism -
Sudan University for Science and Technology
- Human Rights Consultant, US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights, 10/01/22
- Professional Translator and Editor, United Nations, 08/01/23
- Lecturer in Translation, University of Khartoum, 02/01/00
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