Zarifa Mukhitdinova
Ташкент
Summary
Professional with proven experience in programme management, administrative management, organizing and running high-level official events, interpreter and translator in 3 languages (English, Russian and Uzbek). Dedicated individual who 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.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Translator/Interpreter (English, Russian, Uzbek)
Individual Entrepreneur
04.2021 - Current
- Translated documents from English into Russian/Uzbek and from Russian/Uzbek into English.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
- Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity for endusers.
- Replicated flow, style, and overall meaning of original texts.
Interpreter
Uzbek Armed Forces Delegation
04.2021 - 04.2021
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
- Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
- Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
- Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Collaborated with other interpreters to cross-check accuracy of interpretations.
- Offered language instruction to help clients improve language skills.
- Prepared for interpreting tasks by researching and gathering information about tasks beforehand.
- Assisted in development of terminology glossaries and other resources to help grow vocabulary in source and target languages.
Regional Forces And Security Program Coordinator
ICRC Regional Delegation
07.2012 - 04.2021
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Implemented evaluation tools to measure program effectiveness, utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
- Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
- Championed program improvement initiatives based on stakeholder feedback, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence.
- Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality.
- Created and enforced programming standards to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Social Policy Programme Assistant
UNICEF Uzbekistan
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks.
- Organized resources, records and personnel to accomplish aggressive targets.
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals in a timely manner.
- Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organized filing systems and task prioritization.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by managing deadlines, resources allocation, and progress updates.
- Improved accuracy of financial records with diligent tracking of expenses, budgeting, and invoice processing.
- Collected and input timesheet data into automated accounting system and processed labor corrections.
- Optimized resource usage by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment functionality.
- Created and distributed agendas for meetings and conference calls as part of meeting preparation.
- Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
Health Project Assistant
UNICEF Uzbekistan
04.2008 - 01.2011
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in all project documentation, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Enhanced team communication by organizing and maintaining accurate documentation of meeting notes, action items, and followups.
- Maintained a well-organized document repository for easy access to vital information during the lifecycle of projects.
- Worked with senior leadership to complete complex projects on time and under-budget.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing comprehensive administrative support to the team.
- Handled administrative duties, filing, and errands.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures during project execution by conducting regular audits of documents and processes.
- Assisted project managers in achieving timely completion of projects through diligent monitoring and tracking of deadlines.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and meeting their needs during project delivery.
- Monitored and reported on project risks and proposed solutions.
- Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute information.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Translator-proofreader
UNDP Uzbekistan
01.2006 - 04.2008
- Translated documents from English into Russian/Uzbek and from Russian/Uzbek into English.
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
- Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
- Assisted non-native English-speaking colleagues with document editing, improving overall team productivity and communication quality.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Supported operations by translating key departmental documents and internal communications.
Senior translator
Partnership for Peace Programme Training Centre of the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan
09.2003 - 01.2006
- Streamlined translation workflows for increased efficiency and reduced project turnaround times.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss project status updates, challenges faced during translations, and brainstorm solutions collaboratively.
- Delivered high-quality translations by maintaining extensive knowledge of specific industry terminology.
- Increased overall productivity by effectively prioritizing assignments based on urgency and complexity.
- Customized translations according to target audience demographics, ensuring clear communication of intended message.
- Consistently met tight deadlines with accurate translations, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Enhanced translation accuracy by implementing quality control processes and proofreading final drafts.
- Adapted quickly to new project requirements or changes in scope, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
- Provided constructive feedback on colleagues'' translations as part of the internal review process, contributing to overall team improvement.
- Mentored junior translators, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Prepared comprehensive glossaries and terminology databases to facilitate analysis.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
Secretary-referent
JV Uzmetal Technology LTD
09.2002 - 01.2003
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
Teacher of English
Uzbek State World Language University
09.2000 - 08.2002
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Education
Master of Science (Linguistics) - Linguistics
Uzbek State University of World Languages
Tashkent, Uzbekistan05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Language Interpretation And Translation
Uzbek State University of World Languages
Tashkent, Uzbekistan05.2000
Skills
- FLUENT IN ENGLISH, RUSSIAN, UZBEK
- Document Translation
- Verbal and written communication
- Strong vocabulary skills
- Fluent Bilingualism
- Cross-cultural communication
- Cultural understanding
Telephone
+(998 71) 2625755, +(99893) 390 00 75
Placeofbirth
Fergana region, Uzbekistan
Passport
Uzbekistan passport AA 9100394
Translationexperience
- International Humanitarian Law/ Law of Armed Conflict
- International Policing Standards
- Meeting of the CSTO Coordination Council for Emergency Situation (Almaty, Kazakhstan)
- Round Table with Media Managers on the Role of Media to Prevent Violence against Children in Educational Institutions (UNICEF Uzbekistan)
- Written translation, simultaneous interpretation for Education, Health sectors (UNICEF Uzbekistan)
- Written translation in the sphere of Disaster Risk Reduction (UNICEF Uzbekistan)
- Interpretation during Multinational military exercise “Steppe Eagle” in Kazakhstan in 2019
- Written translation, simultaneous interpretation for the World Bank in Uzbekistan
- Simultaneous interpretation for UNFPA, UNICEF, US Embassy
Mailingaddress
Mirzo-Ulugbek district, Yalangach area. B-3, Ap.- 4, Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/27/78
- Nationality: Uzbekistan
Training
- Advanced Military English Course, Beaconsfield, Great Britain, 10/11/04, 11/19/04
- Advanced Writing Skills, Westminster International University of Tashkent, 10/01/06, 11/30/06
- Driving Course, 03/28/07, 06/28/07
- The Gender Journey: Thinking Outside the Box, UNDP online course, 08/08/07, 08/08/07
- Managing UNICEF’s Business Practices Making ProMS Work For You, Online Course, 05/20/08, 05/20/08
- UN Prevention of Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Abuse of Authority in the Workplace, Online Course, 05/27/10, 05/27/10
- Results Based Management in Social sector, Workshop, 10/11/10, 10/15/10
- C4D Capacity Building Workshop, 11/01/10, 11/05/10
- UNICEF Programme Process Planning, 03/31/12, 04/08/12
- First Aid training, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 10/30/12, 10/31/12
- Military and Armed Forces Induction Course, Geneva, Switzerland, 03/18/13, 03/23/13
- Effective Presentation Skills, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 04/16/13, 04/18/13
- ICRC Integration Programme Basic & Reinforcement Modules, Amman, Jordan, 02/15/14, 02/27/14
- NATO Advanced Research Workshop Central Asia Context Factors and the Comprehensive Approach to Regional Security, Almaty, Kazakhstan, 11/19/14, 11/21/14
- United States Defense Institute of International Legal Studies. Operational Law – Stability and Peace Operations, Almaty, Kazakhstan, 01/12/15, 01/16/15
- International Military Course on International Humanitarian Law, International Institute of Humanitarian Law – San-Remo, Italy, 10/31/16, 11/11/16
- Peace Support Operations Course, International Institute of Humanitarian Law – San-Remo, Italy, 06/11/18, 06/15/18
- Values and Inclusion Facilitator’s Training, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 11/14/18, 11/15/18
- IMaP Essential 1, ICRC Training, 05/06/19, 02/04/20
- IMaP Essential 2, ICRC Training, 10/20/19, 03/03/20
Timeline
Translator/Interpreter (English, Russian, Uzbek)
Individual Entrepreneur
04.2021 - Current
Interpreter
Uzbek Armed Forces Delegation
04.2021 - 04.2021
Regional Forces And Security Program Coordinator
ICRC Regional Delegation
07.2012 - 04.2021
Social Policy Programme Assistant
UNICEF Uzbekistan
01.2011 - 07.2012
Health Project Assistant
UNICEF Uzbekistan
04.2008 - 01.2011
Translator-proofreader
UNDP Uzbekistan
01.2006 - 04.2008
Senior translator
Partnership for Peace Programme Training Centre of the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan
09.2003 - 01.2006
Secretary-referent
JV Uzmetal Technology LTD
09.2002 - 01.2003
Teacher of English
Uzbek State World Language University
09.2000 - 08.2002
Master of Science (Linguistics) - Linguistics
Uzbek State University of World Languages
Bachelor of Science - Language Interpretation And Translation
Uzbek State University of World Languages
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