interpreter /translator Business Experience

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WALAA AHMED JASIM

**** *** ******* #***, *******, VA 22031 ************@*****.***

Profile

Results oriented multi-lingual project leader with over six (6) years experience in coordinating, planning and

supporting daily operational and administrative functions in a multicultural business environment with proven ability

to impact an organization on both strategic and operational levels. Possess a strong background encompassing

technical competence, an ability to clearly and effectively communicate information and prioritizing multiple tasks to

fully meet customer requirements while meeting strict deadlines.

Professional Experience

U.S. Department of State, Baghdad & Salah ad Din, Iraq

2007 – 2012

Project Manager, US Embassy, Office of Provincial Affairs

• Managed the micro-finance program for two of the U.S. Department of State’s Provincial

Reconstruction Teams (PRT) for disbursement of micro-loans and micro-grants.

• Played a central role in founding and preparing the design plan for a multitude of

infrastructure projects including the "First Small Business Development Center".

• Prepared and designed Iraq’s first “Women’s Conference” which provided opportunity for

education, training and tools to overcome adversity.

• Formulated and implemented contracts which supported the procurement of agricultural

equipment, medical supplies and office supplies.

• Managed, negotiated and provided interpretation services for the transfer and sale of

Significant Military Equipment (SME’s) and supplies between the Coalition Forces and the

Iraqi Army.

• Administered budget for water station project requiring extensive coordination with

municipal government officials in charge of infrastructure projects within the jurisdiction of

the Baghdad Amanat (Mayoralty) Section.

• Translated and published 315 pages of literature to create the "Red List," a book

highlighting Iraqi Fine Arts for the Department of Public Diplomacy.

• Facilitated training for the Iraqi Bar Association on case law, appeals and procedures for

the "Jessup International Moot Court Competition" into Arabic for the “Rule of Law”.

• Assisted provisional government to improve the operations of an oil refinery and industrial

factory through all facets of project management including budgetary, personnel and

capital investments.

• Developed strong relationships as a liaison for the U.S. State Department with the Iraqi

Government including factions of the Sunni, Shiite and Kurdish communities to set

differences aside and focus on the common goal of rebuilding Iraq.

Alboroug Company, Baghdad, Iraq

2006 – 2007

Visa and Passport Examiner

• Analyzed formal and informal inquiries regarding the issuance, denial or revocation of

visas from overseas locations.

• Developed advisory opinions consistent with Iraq’s position regarding the interpretation of

the “Immigration and Nationality” laws, regulations and policies.

Professional Experience (cont’d)

Institute of Languages, Baghdad, Iraq

2005 – 2006

Teacher / Instructor

• Devised course work and lectures in Spanish for students to achieve fluency and ultimate

certification to be accredited translators.

• Assigned, administered and graded assignments, homework, term papers and all exams.

Education

University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Languages

Major: Spanish

Minor : English

Aldouha Technical Institute, Baghdad, Iraq

Certification in Microsoft Office / Network Design and Installation

Awards

• Certificate of Appreciation, Ambassador James F. Jeffrey, Department of State

• Certificate of Commendation and Appreciation, Provincial Reconstruction Team

• Certificate of Appreciation, Salah ad Din Provincial Reconstruction Team

• Letters of Recommendation (8) from Section Chiefs and Team Leaders

Skills

• Computer / MS Office Suite – Skilled in design and manipulation of Excel

spreadsheets, delivery of high impact, informative presentations to executive management

using PowerPoint and preparation of business and government letters and

correspondence using Word. Excellent oral and written communications skills.

• Nursing – CPR, basic life support, infection control, medication administration, IV

therapy, burn management, airway management, trauma, pregnancy and physical therapy.

• Languages – Arabic (fluent); Spanish (conversational)

Clearance

Eligible for DOD or Other Clearances / Inactive TS/SCI with Lifestyle Polygraph

References

Available upon request.

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