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Ketty C. Chunga-Besa
Freelance Translator
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and translation skills with a project management background able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
4
Languages
Work History
Zambia Institute for Medical and Psychological Studies., Lusaka
College Liason Officer
2018.09 - 2023.05 (4 years & 8 months)
Job overview
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
SickleInAfrica , Lusaka
Freelance Translator
2022.04 - 2022.10 (6 months)
Job overview
- Helped in the translation of Assent material for the SickleInAfrica- Sickle Hemoglobinopathy ReseArch in Zambia and Zimbabwe (SHAZ) project from English to ciBemba.
- Translated the research sensitization assent video scripts to support the local community outreach program s.
- Used translation software to verify complex terms and expedite communication process.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
- Created detailed reports on accuracy of translated documents.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Played key role in the mobilization efforts, working with patients and parents groups to optimize collaboration and participation in the research.
- Worked closely with the technical team in the breakdown of techenical terms .
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Translated research assent video and scripts and supported patient engagement.
- Maximized quality control of translated documents.
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
Kenunga Trading Limited, Lusaka
Executive Assistant- Intern
2016.05 - 2018.03 (1 year & 10 months)
Job overview
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Screened personal and business calls directed to the senior management.
Human Rights Commission , Lusaka
Assistant Translator
2013.07 - 2015.08 (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Assisted in the translation of human rights publications for the differently abled community.
- Replicated flow, style, and overall meaning of original texts.
- Translated documents from english to ciTonga and ciBemba.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words of content.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- Listened to recordings and translated confidential information.
- Worked with other translators to facilitate real time conversations.
- Updated existing translations to meet contemporary trends in communication.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Assisted local-language-speaking clients with inquiries.
International Development Enterprise (IDE), lusaka
Data Entry Clerk
2011.01 - 2012.03 (1 year & 2 months)
Job overview
- Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
- Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved discrepancies in data entry activities for accurate, complete jobs.
- Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
- Followed data entry protocols, rules and regulations.
- Corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication or data degradation.
- Analyzed current data records to provide detailed reports.
- Coded and processed applications into required electronic formats.
Education
University of Zambia , Lusaka, Zambia
Bachelor of Science from Sustainable Business Management
2022.09 - Current (2 years)
University Overview
- Currently persuing my BSc in Sustainable Business Management
- Continuing education in Leadership and Management in Business due 2024 Sept.
National Institute For Public Administration NIPA , Lusaka, Zambia
Diploma from Project Planning & Management
2009.01 - 2011.10 (2 years & 9 months)
Mazabuka Girls' Secondary School , Mazabuka, Zambia.
from School Certificate
2004.01 - 2006.11 (2 years & 10 months)
Zambia Institute of Medical & Psychological Counse , Lusaka, Zambia
from Advanced Certificate in Psychosocial Counselling
2018.01 - 2018.09 (8 months)
Skills
Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Founded the Zambia Sickle Cell Anemia Society (ZSCAS).
- Successfully translated Human rights of the differently abled community brochure into ciBemba and ciTonga still in circulation and the running assent and materials in ciBemba for the on-going SickleInAfrica Sickle Hemoglobinopathy ReseAch in Zambia & Zimbabwe (SHAZ)
Software
Jira
Zoho projects
Smartsheets
reding, cooking, outgoing.
I love to read, cook and taking vacations in my free time
Referees
Mr. Aubrey Zamanga
Human Resource Manager
ZIMPS College
Mobile: +260973214272
Email: zamangaa8@gmail.com
Dr. Nchangwi Syntia
ELSI Coordinator
SickleInAfrica (SPARCo)
Mobile: +26704227239
Email: nchangwisyntia@yahoo.com
Mr. Kanyembe Daniel
Project Coordinator
International Development Enterprise (IDE Zambia)
Mobile: +260977783806
Email: kanyembe@gmail.com
Timeline
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Science from Sustainable Business Management
2022.09 - Current (2 years)
Freelance Translator
SickleInAfrica
2022.04 - 2022.10 (6 months)
College Liason Officer
Zambia Institute for Medical and Psychological Studies.
2018.09 - 2023.05 (4 years & 8 months)
Zambia Institute of Medical & Psychological Counse
from Advanced Certificate in Psychosocial Counselling
2018.01 - 2018.09 (8 months)
Executive Assistant- Intern
Kenunga Trading Limited
2016.05 - 2018.03 (1 year & 10 months)
Assistant Translator
Human Rights Commission
2013.07 - 2015.08 (2 years & 1 month)
Data Entry Clerk
International Development Enterprise (IDE)
2011.01 - 2012.03 (1 year & 2 months)
National Institute For Public Administration NIPA
Diploma from Project Planning & Management
2009.01 - 2011.10 (2 years & 9 months)
Mazabuka Girls' Secondary School
from School Certificate
2004.01 - 2006.11 (2 years & 10 months)
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