Sulayman Mussa Djama Mobile Number: (***)***- ****
Address: **** * ****** **. *****: *************@*****.***
City: Phoenix, Arizona
ZIP Code: 85040
SUMMARY: Remarkably gifted and self-motivated with experience in translating and interpreting in four different languages. Over 6 years analytic experience with DoD in support SOF. A excellent command of the English language with the ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication, with Excellent briefing skills.
Summary of Qualifications
More than six years’ experience
Excellent French, Arabic, Somali and Formerly Limited- English Proficient.
Proven proficient in reading writing speaking and comprehending English.
Exceptional simultaneous interpretation skills with French, Arabic, Somali, and English
Proven ability to translate complicated texts such as law, IT and official documents.
Excellent communication and presentation skills in French, Arabic, Somali and English.
Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Word, Access, Excel, Power Point).
Highly motivated and results oriented with the ability to plan ahead.
Professional Experience
Mission Essential September 2015 – 2020 Contractor (SOF): LINGUIST
Provide exploitation and asymmetric threat analysis including the identification, development, and integration of countermeasure technologies.
Conduct multi-layered, multi-intelligence analysis to define patterns of terror attacks
Providing language support services for U.S. troops
Reviews and analyzes foreign language source material for content and significance;
Conducting accurate and consecutive translation, transcription, and interpretation
Transcribing/translating advanced material into modern American format.
Investigate complex issues using a broad range of research methods and tools.
Identify issues and risks to project success.
Develop briefing packages.
Participate in project reviews.
Research and analyze information.
Interface with customers and other SMEs on a daily basis.
Somalian Community of Denver, CO 2002-2008
Interpreter/Translator
Provided interpretation and translation service related to immigration and refugee cases.
Perform translation of background documents, law documents and the like related to project implementation.
Provide translation (including simultaneous translation where necessary) and interpretation support at training sessions, workshops, seminars and government appointments
Provided other interpretation and translation services as required and needed by the community members
Education
Graduated from Macalin Jamac High school in Mogadishu, Somalia in French and Arabic Completed two year rigorous Online French Course.
Moved to Yemen in 1991 and Studied Arabic in Sana'a, Yemen
Moved to U.S where I enrolled in the Community College of Aurora in Denver, CO studying English for two years, moved to Arizona where enrolled ASU for two years.