Yva Salvant
Miami
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as an Executive Director, Program Coordinator and interpretation excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Multilingual in French, English and Haitian Creole, I leverage cross-cultural communication and client support skills to enhance operational efficiency and foster collaboration, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Interpreter-part-time
Language Line Solutions
Miami
05.2023 - Current
- Provide accurate interpretation services for diverse clients in various industries.
- Facilitate effective communication between limited English proficient individuals and service providers.
- Utilize advanced interpreting technology to enhance service efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all client interactions.
Executive Director
Center for Citizen Training and Development Support - CEFCAD
Haiti
05.2004 - 12.2020
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align organizational objectives with mission-driven goals.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Cultivated partnerships with stakeholders to advance community engagement and resource allocation.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability within the organization.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Freelance Interpreter
International Missions for Monitoring Haitian Elections
Haiti
2001 - 2015
- Facilitated communication between Haitian electoral officials and international observers during monitoring missions.
- Interpreted complex legal and electoral terminology to ensure accurate understanding among stakeholders.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information related to election processes and findings.
Program Coordinator
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, NDI
Haiti
05.2001 - 12.2004
- Coordinated program activities to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows.
- Developed and implemented training programs to support team members' professional growth.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to promote collaboration and information sharing.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLAssociate of Science - Architectural Technology
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Fluent bilingualism
- Client support
- Professional ethics
- Client confidentiality
- Cross-cultural communication
- French, Haitian Creole, English fluency
- Intercultural sensitivity
- Interpretation
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Client service
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Remote Interpreter-part-time
Language Line Solutions
05.2023 - Current
Executive Director
Center for Citizen Training and Development Support - CEFCAD
05.2004 - 12.2020
Program Coordinator
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs, NDI
05.2001 - 12.2004
Freelance Interpreter
International Missions for Monitoring Haitian Elections
2001 - 2015
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Miami Dade College
Associate of Science - Architectural Technology
Florida International University