Simbarashe Mutsau
PROFILE
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with extensive
experience in administrative roles and expert proficiency in Chinese-English translation. Adept at managing office operations, coordinating schedules, and facilitating communication across multicultural environments. Fluent in both Chinese and English, with excellent written and verbal translation skills, ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive language conversion. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to supporting organizational goals.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Marital Status: Single
Nationality: Zimbabwean
Date of Birth: March 18, 1986
EDUCATION
1.Bachelor of Business Administration - Liaoning
University, China
SKILLS
Bilingual proficiency in Chinese and English (Mandarin), office administration and management, document translation and interpretation (Chinese to English and English to Chinese), excellent written and verbal communication, cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication, calendar and schedule management, email and correspondence handling, data entry and record keeping, meeting coordination and minute-taking, customer service and client relations, problem solving and critical thinking, confidentiality and discretion, time management and multitasking, technology skills including MS Office Suite
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email clients, and translation tools. Gweru,, Zimbabwe
simplexmutsau@gm
ail.com
PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS
1.January 2023 to December 2024 – Sino Hydroelectrical Construction Group
Warehouse Supervisor & Chinese Translator
2.January 2022 to December 2022 – Nelson Holdings
Administration Manager
3.September 2018 to December 2021 – Sino Hydroelectrical Construction Group
Supervisor & Chinese Translator
4.January 2010 – December 2013 - Grain Marketing Board Bookkeeper/Salesclerk
SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE
1.Warehouse & Procurement Supervisor
o Oversaw daily warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping, and receiving.
o Managed procurement processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and supplies. o Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts to optimize costs and service.
o Implemented inventory control systems to enhance accuracy and reduce waste.
o Supervised warehouse staff, fostering a safe and productive work environment and providing necessary training.
o Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies
2.Bookkeeping Assistant/Salesclerk
o Maintained accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable.
o Assisted with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and reconciliation.
o Processed invoices and payments, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
o Provided support in budget preparation and expense tracking.
o Collaborated with the finance team to streamline accounting processes and improve financial reporting. 3.Translator (Chinese to English and Vice Versa)
o Provide high-quality translation and interpretation services in diverse settings, including business meetings and formal documents.
o Ensure accurate conveyance of meaning, tone, and context in both languages, promoting effective
communication.
o Assist in localizing marketing materials and product descriptions for English-speaking and Chinese-speaking audiences.
o Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive information.
OTHER CERTIFICATION
-IELTS Academic (6.0)
-Certificate of Basic Chinese – Shenyang Normal
University
-HSK (Chinese Certificate Level 4)
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Adaptable, Team player, Nurturing, Patient, Administrative abilities, Critical thinking, Taking initiative, Creative, Artistic sense, Creating a positive working environment