Sarah Al Haj Moustafa

Dubai, UAE +971-**-***-****

ad4j19@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-alhaj

Professional Summary

Versatile and highly skilled Translator and Editor with a proven track record of excellence in proofreading with a focus on localization, research and analysis, and social media management. Proficient in cross-functional coordination, marketing communications, diplomacy, and media relations. Renowned for accuracy, detail orientation, and effective relationship management.

Professional Strengths

Translation (Arabic/English)

Proofreading with a focus on Localization

Writing

Editing

Research

Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) Tools

Social Media Management

Cross-functional Coordination

Marketing Communications

Media Relations

Relationship Management

Planning and Supervision

Machine Translation Post Editing (MTPE)

Business Experience

Prime Minister's Office - Dubai, UAE

Senior Translator 02/2023 – Present

-Facilitates seamless inter-government sharing through precise translation of instrumental reports and surveys.

-Collaborates with the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs’ Legal Office to provide precise translations of complex legal documents, ensuring accurate communication and understanding of critical information.

-Edits and translates news content for the Ministry's official portal, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in communication.

-Crafts internal communications with clarity and cultural sensitivity.

-Manages the Ministry’s internal website, implementing timely updates with the latest news, visual assets, and content through the backend system.

Achievements:

-Pioneered the renovation of the Ministry's official website, enhancing digital presence.

-Ensured linguistic accuracy of the UAE Cabinet's website.

-Expanded the impact of the "Ibtekr" MOOC platform through strategic curation of English content.

-Contributed to thorough coverage of the World Governments Summit 2022.

Expo 2020 Dubai - Dubai, UAE

Editor – Communications 02/2020 – 04/2022

-Elevated news articles and translator-delivered content through proofreading and enhancements.

-Refined interviews for widespread dissemination across media platforms.

-Generated positive press coverage, enhancing Expo 2020 Dubai's public image.

Achievements:

-Entrusted with creative translations and crisis management in the Crisis Management Unit.

-Collaborated on crafting an editorial style guide, significantly improving content reception.

-Entrusted with translations requiring creativity and a higher level of accuracy.

-Worked in the Crisis Management Unit, providing accurate information during crises.

-Oversaw team performance and guided linguists to maintain a smooth workflow.

Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) - Sharjah, UAE

Senior Translator 09/2013 – 02/2020

-Ensured high-quality translation and localization of SGMB's website and publication materials

-Oversaw editorial teams at world-class events, ensuring updates aligned with linguistic and demographic contexts.

Achievements:

-Standardized language and tone, establishing a unique voice among an international audience.

-Evaluated and revised Sharjah Islamic Culture Capital Magazine for brand consistency.

-Created an English version of the official website of HH the Ruler of Sharjah.

-Initiated a training program on translation for university students.

-Entrusted with interpreting live events during Ramadan Majlis.

-Entrusted by Senior Management to recruit, collaborate, and manage a qualified team for international events.

Prior Experience

Al Bayan Newspaper - Dubai, UAE

Translator 08/2011 – 08/2013

-Translated articles from international sources for publication in Al Bayan.

-Increased interaction with English media, aligning content with their communication style.

-Trained colleagues on online tools for precise translations.

Saleh Bin Lahej Group – Dubai, UAE

Marketing Executive 04/2011 – 07/2011

-Managed social media, customer relations, and branding.

-Strengthened online presence and launched a successful Facebook competition.

-Edited Arabic menus for enhanced reader-friendly appeal.

The Gulf Today Newspaper / Etisalat-Deira / Sharjah Broadcasting Authority

Various roles 2000 – 2010

-Translated local news reports, proofread translations, and systematized business correspondences.

-Fulfilled various translation, scriptwriting, and customer relations roles.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in English Language & Translation 09/2009

Ajman University – Ajman, UAE

Certifications

Diploma in TV Presenting - Sharjah Broadcasting Authority 2018

Strategic Communication, Media Crisis Communication - Sharjah Media Centre 2017

Translating Fiction, Difficulties, and Challenges - KALIMA 2017

Crisis Management - APCO Worldwide 2014

Strategy and Government Grid, Government Communication Strategies - Alastair Campbell 2014

Languages

Arabic: Native

English: Full Professional Proficiency

French: Basic

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