Khanyisile Ngwenya
Johannesburg
Summary
Smart professional with thorough understanding of various languages to fluently interpret and translate. Conveys intended messages accurately and reliably. Well-versed in interpretation and translation tools and services. Dedicated individual successfully facilitates communication between people of different cultures and backgrounds. Brings wealth of knowledge and experience to organizations requiring interpretation and translation services. Committed to providing quality service and results. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Language Consultant
Mpc Connect
Johannesburg
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
- Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
- Translated website content from other languages to English.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Assisted with translation of foreign language television and radio programs.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
Tutor
Preply
Remote
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University Of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2020 - Current
Skills
Dependable and Responsible
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Organization and Time Management
Clerical Support
Excellent Communication
Good Telephone Etiquette
Active Listening
Decision-Making
Flexible and Adaptable
Google Workspace
Self-Motivated
Certification
Licensed [Language Consultant ] - Nov 2021
Timeline
Language Consultant
Mpc Connect
07.2022 - 02.2023
Tutor
Preply
11.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University Of South Africa
01.2020 - Current