Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Additional Training Hobbies
Personal Information
References
Reading good books, classical music and travel
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Kossivi Sanvi

Kossivi Sanvi

Berrien Springs

Summary

Passionate about Evangelism, Preaching and Bible Study. Translation professional with proven track record of delivering precise and culturally nuanced translations. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to dynamic work environments. Proficient in multiple languages, with keen eye for detail and commitment to achieving high-quality results. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing churches. Able to lead Spanish and French speaking churches. Passionate about Publishing Ministry.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Translator and Editor

Interamerican Division, Publishing Association, Seventh Day Adventist
01.2017 - Current
  • Translated and reviewed over 40 final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation from Spanish to French and vice versa, from English to French and vice versa.
  • Maximized quality control of over 60 translated documents.
  • Interpreted over 30 seminars and councils.
  • Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
  • Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting translation.

Contributor and Columnist

GEMA EDITORES
1 2019 - 05.2023

Contributor and columnist

  • Created more than 10 articles for magazines such as Enfoque and Expresión Joven.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Paid attention to detail while writing articles.

Thesis and Research Reviewer

Montemorelos University
03.2015 - 08.2018
  • Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors in over 50 documents and thesis.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by regularly providing constructive feedback to fellow reviewers.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive client information.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

French Teacher

Montemorelos University
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Encouraged active participation by engaging over 30 group activities and interactive presentations.
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education in 3 classrooms.
  • Created reading lists with materials to promote student comprehension of written French in 3 classrooms.
  • Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within 3 classrooms.
  • Attended over 20 department meetings to develop and update course curricula.

High School Spanish Teacher

Lycée Tokoin Solidarité
07.2008 - 08.2012
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Participated in over 35 professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside classroom setting.
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.

High School Spanish Teacher

Lycée La Concorde
06.2009 - 06.2012
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages to more than 40 students.
  • Participated in over 15 professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Created supportive learning environment for foreign over 40 students to nurture budding language development.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in 9 classrooms.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of 40 students.

Education

Master of Divinity - Theology

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Montemorelos University
Montemorelos, Mexico
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

University of Lomé
Lomé, Togo
07-2009

University Diploma - Pedagogy: High School Teacher

University of Lomé
Lomé. Togo
05-2009

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Teaching
  • Strategic Planning

Accomplishments

  • Achieved books and review by completing translation and edition with accuracy and efficiency for the Inter American Division Publishing Association.
  • Wrote articles for the magazines Enfoque and Expresión Joven of GEMA EDITORES.
  • Collaborated with Research team of Universidad de Montemorelos in the development of the SKKEPSIS project and platform of investigation.
  • Thesis on conscientious objectors

Languages

French
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Éwé
Native or Bilingual
Mina
Native or Bilingual

Additional Training Hobbies

Youth Leadership, Diploma in Education, Language and Literature Congress, Colportaje Campaigns, Evangelism Campaigns, Community Services, Intercultural Evangelism, Islamic World Courses, Youth Clubs, Football, Walking and Athletics, Travel, Music and Reading.

Personal Information

  • Age: 41
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Title: Master Of Divinity Student

References

  • Pedro González, Coordinator of postgraduate degree of Administration, Universidad de Montemorelos, (+52) 2630900 (Extension 2051), pedrog@um.edu.mx, Montemorelos, Mexico.
  • Flor Ontiveros, Coordinator, Business School, Universidad de Montemorelos, (+52) 826 1069051, flor.ontiveros@um.edu.mx, Montemorelos, Mexico.
  • Andrés Díaz, Director of Research and Innovation Center, Universidad de Montemorelos, (+52) 826 1000140, rdiaz@um.edu.mx, Montemorelos, Mexico.
  • César Hernández Mercado, President of the Azteca Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, (+52) 81 1466 2930, 1170235@alumno.um.edu.mx, Mexico City, Mexico.
  • Carlos Molina, Professor of Biblical languages, (+52) 2630900 (Extension 4500), molina@um.edu.mx, Montemorelos, Mexico.

Reading good books, classical music and travel

  • From the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People" of Dale Carnegie, I learned how to show empathy to people, to treat them with respect and to practice good communication skill in order to build good relationship with them.
  • Classical and instrumental musics such as those of Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, George Frideric Handel, etc., relax me.
  • I like travelling and knowing new places, new cities, countries, interesting people, their culture and gastronomy.

Timeline

Translator and Editor

Interamerican Division, Publishing Association, Seventh Day Adventist
01.2017 - Current

French Teacher

Montemorelos University
01.2016 - 01.2018

Thesis and Research Reviewer

Montemorelos University
03.2015 - 08.2018

High School Spanish Teacher

Lycée La Concorde
06.2009 - 06.2012

High School Spanish Teacher

Lycée Tokoin Solidarité
07.2008 - 08.2012

Contributor and Columnist

GEMA EDITORES
1 2019 - 05.2023

Master of Divinity - Theology

Andrews University

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Montemorelos University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

University of Lomé

University Diploma - Pedagogy: High School Teacher

University of Lomé