SURPRISE NDOBE
Naturena
Summary
Highly fluent in English and Xitsonga with an established track record of successful quality control (Proofreading), Translation and interpreting . Experienced in managing administrative responsibilities such as scheduling, document management and communication to improve office efficiency. I am eager to use my Linguistic and administrative talents to assist dynamic and multifunctional work environment.
Highly motivated with background in retail sales, skilled in customer service and product knowledge. Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets through effective communication for better product visibility and accessibility, leading to smoother customer flow and increased satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Store Assistant
Retailbility
01.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: (Legit Store)
- Administration, Customer Service, merchandising, Stock receiving, stock taking, House keeping.
- (Legit Store)
Court Interpreter intern
Ntshingila group
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Company Overview: Collaboration with Department of Justice
- Delivered precise oral interpretation during court proceedings and consultations between defendants and legal counsel.
- Contributed to the preparation of the court book to ensure comprehensive documentation.
- Enabled effective legal communication in high-stakes environment.
- Requisitioning the required interpreters for the next court date.
- Collaboration with Department of Justice
Language practice intern
Gauteng provincial Treasury
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Editing and proofreading documents for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy.
- Checking content to ensure consistency with editorial style guide.
- Working on a range of departmental literatures including, annual reports, weekly snippets, pamphlets, posters.
- Reviewing books from departmental Resource Centre for weekly updates.
- Assist with arranging media activities and branding at Departmental activities.
- Provide accurate translation where required.
- Assisting with switchboard and reception.
- Assisting with procurement processes.
- Assist with updating media database.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Limpopo
Polokwane 01.2014 - 04.2017
Honours Arts - Translation and Linguistics
University of Limpopo
Polokwane , South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2017
Computer literacy -
University of Limpopo
Polokwane 12.2016 - 01.2017
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage complex tasks
- Document Review
- Translating
- Interpreting
- Analytical skills
- Copy writing
- Content creation
- Customer service
References
- Mr Mavuso L, Principal court interpreter at Johannesburg central magistrate court,
Contact details: 0114915254/LMavosa@justice.gov.za
- Mr Joshua Ntimane, Supervisor at Gauteng provincial Treasury
Contact details: 011 241 0603/0720650984 joshua.ntimane@gauteng.gov.za
- Professor J Kubayi, Research Supervisor at University of Limpopo
Contact details: 0794848449/joe.kubayi@ul.ac.za
Achievements Awards
Best performing learner in the Malamulele Central Circuit in matric 2013 in Mathematical Literacy
Timeline
Court Interpreter intern
Ntshingila group
03.2022 - 02.2024
Language practice intern
Gauteng provincial Treasury
11.2020 - 02.2022
Store Assistant
Retailbility
01.2018 - Current
Honours Arts - Translation and Linguistics
University of Limpopo
01.2017 - 12.2017
Computer literacy -
University of Limpopo
12.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Limpopo
01.2014 - 04.2017
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