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Fernanda Tomas

Social And Public Services
Matola

Summary

Highly motivated and professional translator and english teacher with over 3 years of experience providing high-level support to senior executives. Proficient in interpretation and translation of languages and assisting in researches, organizing meetings, seminars, handling confidential documents, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders. Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in different tasks.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Interpreter

LIONBRIDGE
03.2025 - Current
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Facilitated and supported participation and social communication.
  • Enhanced client communication by providing accurate and timely interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
  • Established long-lasting relationships with key clients, resulting in consistent work opportunities and referrals for additional projects.
  • Boosted customer service quality by offering real-time phone support for non-English speaking clients.
  • Managed workflow efficiently, prioritizing urgent requests and maintaining high-quality standards under tight deadlines.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to the professional code of ethics for interpreters.
  • Played a crucial role in the resolution of cross-cultural conflicts through neutral mediation based on accurate interpretations of each party''s statements.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely interpretations during meetings, conferences, and presentations.
  • Facilitated medical appointments by accurately translating patient concerns, medical histories, and treatment plans between healthcare providers and patients.
  • Assisted in bridging communication gaps between English and Portuguese speakers for a seamless business experience.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
  • Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.

Interpreter

Future Group
11.2024 - Current
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Facilitated and supported participation and social communication.
  • Enhanced client communication by providing accurate and timely interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
  • Established long-lasting relationships with key clients, resulting in consistent work opportunities and referrals for additional projects.
  • Boosted customer service quality by offering real-time phone support for non-English speaking clients.
  • Managed workflow efficiently, prioritizing urgent requests and maintaining high-quality standards under tight deadlines.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to the professional code of ethics for interpreters.
  • Played a crucial role in the resolution of cross-cultural conflicts through neutral mediation based on accurate interpretations of each party''s statements.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely interpretations during meetings, conferences, and presentations.
  • Facilitated medical appointments by accurately translating patient concerns, medical histories, and treatment plans between healthcare providers and patients.
  • Assisted in bridging communication gaps between English and Portuguese speakers for a seamless business experience.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
  • Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
  • Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.

Interpreter/translator

Greenwaves
01.2023
  • Personal interpreter for miss Africa 2023.
  • Interpreting seminars and conferences, Creating content for gender based violence

English teacher

Matthew private school
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • Teaching pre-school students
  • Teaching and helping students with autism

Independent distributor

Neolife
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Promoting health and hygiene products
  • Public presentations to stakeholders
  • Translating conferences and seminars.
  • Organizing tasks

Research Assistant

British international institute of comparative law
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Research assistant for the project
  • Support logical aspects
  • Translating content from english to portuguese
  • Booking conference/seminar rooms and other administrative requirements.

Education

Emanuel school
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Internatinal Relations

UNISCED
Maputo
05.2001 -

HIPPA Compliances

U.S. Department of Health And Human Services
Remote
05.2001 -

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Maputo international school
01.2022

High School Diploma -

Maputo International School
Maputo, Mozambique
05.2001 -

Language Formation - Deutch Language

Centro Cultural Mocambicano-Alemão
Maputo
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

[Portuguese and English] fluency

Cross-cultural communication

Fluent bilingualism

Professional ethics

Interpersonal communication

Client confidentiality

Interpretation

Language proficiency

Multitasking

Adaptability and flexibility

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Professionalism

Certification

HIPPA Training - [2024]

Timeline

Interpreter

LIONBRIDGE
03.2025 - Current

Interpreter

Future Group
11.2024 - Current

Interpreter/translator

Greenwaves
01.2023

English teacher

Matthew private school
01.2023 - 11.2024

Independent distributor

Neolife
01.2021 - 01.2023

Research Assistant

British international institute of comparative law
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Internatinal Relations

UNISCED
05.2001 -

HIPPA Compliances

U.S. Department of Health And Human Services
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Maputo International School
05.2001 -

Language Formation - Deutch Language

Centro Cultural Mocambicano-Alemão
05.2001 -

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Maputo international school

Emanuel school
Fernanda TomasSocial And Public Services