Zainab Safi
Decatur,Georgia
Summary
Accomplished translator and interpreter with expertise in English, Pashto, and Dari. Proven success in professional translation, proofreading, and interpretation across various industries especially in the medical field. Adept at managing translation projects and ensuring clear communication. Excellent eye for detail enabling quick identification of areas for improvement and suggesting strategies to help businesses reach goals. Focused on introducing efficient systems and processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Consultant & Translator/Editor
Books Unbound-Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Provided remote consulting services for content creation, editing and translation of educational materials for Afghan immigrants and refugees, specifically women and girls
- Authored and translated content for 3 books and 15 other publications focused on English language learning and American culture
- Collaborated with a US-based team to ensure culturally appropriate and engaging content
- Leveraged knowledge of Dari and Pashto languages to ensure accurate and clear communication.
Meal Officer
Afghanistan National Horticulture Development Organization (ANHDO)-Kabul
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed project-based more than 50 MEAL tools, questionnaires, and forms
- Assisted in log-frame creation, indicator identification, and MEAL policy revision
- Conducted baseline and end-line surveys and reports of 4 running projects
- Managed the Complaints Response Mechanism and successfully managed more than a hundred of complains at the time
- Collected, analyzed, and evaluated data for four active projects
- Wrote monthly and quarterly reports for donors
- Maintained a beneficiary database of thousands of people
- Organized and arranged hundreds of meetings, training sessions, and workshops
- Translated 35 documents (English to Pashto and Dari)
- Supported gender unit and fundraising department activities
- Designed hundreds of publications and banners for the organization.
Translator (Freelance)
Ministry of Public Health-Kabul
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Translated, edited and proofread environmental and social management framework-sehatmandi project funded by World Bank wwith more than hundred pages.
M&E Assistant
ANHDO-Kabul
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted 150 field monitoring visits
- Developed project-based MEAL tools, questionnaires, and forms
- Tracked program activities according to work plans
- Collected, analyzed, and entered project data
- Developed 3 numerical filing systems of the department
- Maintained 5 beneficiary database
- Assisted fundraising department with 25 proposals and REOIs
- Built 16 databases using Excel and Access
- Translated documents (English to Pashto and Dari)
- Supported gender unit and fundraising department activities.
Education
BA - English Literature
Kabul University
Kabul, Afghanistan12.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Access
- Social Media Management
- Presentation Skills
- Writing Skills
- Fundraising
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Proposal Writing
- Translation and Interpretation: Fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari, providing accurate and culturally sensitive translation and interpretation services
- Project Management: Experience managing translation projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in all three languages
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous proofreading and editing skills to guarantee accuracy and clarity
- Cultural Sensitivity: Deep understanding of Pashto and Dari cultures, ensuring translations resonate with target audiences
- Problem-Solving
- Analysis & Evaluation
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Workauthorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Pashto
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Remote Consultant & Translator/Editor
Books Unbound-Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - 07.2024
Meal Officer
Afghanistan National Horticulture Development Organization (ANHDO)-Kabul
03.2020 - 08.2021
M&E Assistant
ANHDO-Kabul
10.2018 - 03.2020
Translator (Freelance)
Ministry of Public Health-Kabul
08.2018 - 08.2021
BA - English Literature
Kabul University
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