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Shahab Mustafa

Salaheddin,Iraq

Summary

Highly experienced with more than 8 years working as a Translator with a proven track record of delivering precise interpretations and translations between English and Arabic languages. In-depth understanding of cultural nuances to effectively bridge communication. Dedicated to accuracy and reliability. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Translator and Interpreter

GIZ
09.2022 - Current
  • Translate written materials (e.g., reports, documents, memos, emails) from one language to another, ensuring accuracy and maintaining the intended message and tone
  • Adapt translations to specialized or technical terminology relevant to the field of the project
  • Edit and proofread translations to ensure quality and consistency
  • Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, workshops, conferences, and other project-related events
  • Interpret accurately and effectively, conveying the message in a culturally sensitive manner while considering nuances and idiomatic expressions of both languages
  • Assist project teams and staff in communication with local partners, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication in both written and verbal forms
  • To enhance their linguistic skills and knowledge, offer language support and guidance to colleagues on language-related matters.
  • Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness to ensure accurate and respectful communication, considering cultural differences language use, and interpretation norms.
  • Collaborate with the project team to create multilingual materials that serve the project's goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with project teams and other units within GIZ to ensure effective communication and coordination of language-related activities.
  • Participate in project meetings, workshops, and training sessions to provide language support as needed.
  • Stay informed about language-related developments, advancements, and trends, continuously improving language skills and understanding of specialized terminology.

Field Operations Translator

NRC Organization
01.2020 - 09.2022
  • Translate written materials, including reports, documents, educational materials, and communication pieces, from the local language(s) to English and vice versa.
  • Translated documents for research departments, supporting data collection and reporting.
  • Provided verbal summaries of non-English documents to diverse audiences.
  • Ensure that translated materials maintain the intended meaning, tone, and style of the original text while adhering to NRC's guidelines and terminologies.
  • Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, workshops, training sessions, community engagement events, and other relevant activities.
  • Assist NRC staff in communicating with community members, local partners, and other stakeholders by providing language support and aiding in cross-cultural understanding
  • Used translation software to verify complex terms and expedite the communication process.
  • Collaborate closely with NRC staff, including project teams, community outreach teams, and other units, to provide language support and ensure effective communication and understanding
  • Coordinate translation and interpretation requests, prioritize tasks, and manage workload efficiently.
  • Maintain an organized and up-to-date repository of translated documents and interpretation notes for reference and reporting purposes.
  • Conduct training sessions for NRC staff on language-related matters, cultural aspects, and best practices in translation and interpretation.

Explosive Ordinance Education (EORE), Non-technical Survey (NTS) Project Officer

Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) Organization
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Reported directly to the Project Manager our planning, monitoring, and Explosive Ordinance risk education and non-technical survey activities.
  • Prepared Explosive Ordinance risk education materials according to the contamination areas.
  • Responsible for conducting Explosive Ordinance risk education, Non-technical survey training, and related activities.
  • Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep the team on track with the project schedule.
  • Trained Explosive Ordinance risk education and non-technical survey teams in different locations of the country.
  • Prepared Explosive Ordinance risk education, Non-technical survey Standard operations procedures (SOPs), and Quality Assurance (QA) forms
  • Prepared Information Management System for Mine Action reports to be submitted to the Directorate of Mine Action.
  • Continued liaison with national and local authorities and field checks of Explosive Ordinance risk education and non-technical survey teams.
  • Assisted Technical field managers (TFMs) in the management and deployment of Ordinance risk education and non-technical survey field teams.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.

Education Project Officer

People In Need Organization
10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Implement education activities under the direction of the Education Programme manager.
  • Supervise Education Assistants and provide support to them in line with program objectives.
  • Oversee education needs assessments at the school level.
  • Organize, support, and facilitate teacher training, education personnel training, and training of trainers (ToT) training on subjects including pedagogy, teacher wellbeing, curriculum, child protection, software apps, and psycho-social support.
  • Document technical issues and questions, and channel them to the Education program manager.
  • Participate in assessments (design, data collection, data analysis).
  • Ensure ongoing monitoring, tracking, and reporting of education projects.
  • Oversee procurement and distribution of training materials, and provide formal input on school needs.
  • Maintain positive work relations with teachers, headmasters, and representatives.


Senior Education and Translator Project Officer

Arab Orient Center for Legal Translation
04.2015 - 09.2017
  • Checked original texts with authors to ensure that translations retained the content, meaning, and feeling of the original material.
  • Provided training for the school's staff with new modern techniques.
  • Supported other institutes with designing new methods.
  • Provide simultaneous translation and interpretation for agencies based on the contract with the Arab Orient Centre.
  • Checking translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions.
  • Discuss translation requirements with clients, and determine any fees to be charged for services provided.
  • Translating legal documents, reports, and contracts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education of Humanities

Iraq

MBA - English Language Translation

Iraq

Skills

  • Microsoft Suite Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc)
  • Fluent in Arabic and English
  • Gantt-Chart Planner (Work Plan Preparation)
  • Responsible and committed to the assigned functions
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cultural Expertise
  • ERP Systems (Agresso accounting system, Dynamics, etc)
  • Adaptable to a diverse working environment
  • Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Computer-Assisted Translation

Certification


  • Communication Skills and Essential Management
  • Time Management for Personal Effectiveness and Conflict Management
  • Leadership and Management Training
  • Report Writing Training


Timeline

Translator and Interpreter

GIZ
09.2022 - Current

Field Operations Translator

NRC Organization
01.2020 - 09.2022

Explosive Ordinance Education (EORE), Non-technical Survey (NTS) Project Officer

Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) Organization
08.2018 - 01.2020

Education Project Officer

People In Need Organization
10.2017 - 07.2018

Senior Education and Translator Project Officer

Arab Orient Center for Legal Translation
04.2015 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Education of Humanities

Iraq

MBA - English Language Translation

Iraq

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