Hussien Al-Bashaireh
Translator
Irbid
Summary
A translator experienced in producing written translations that adapt to cultural variations while maintaining the original voice. Attentive to details in source documents and thorough in proofreading finished work. Excellent listening and communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Translator
Jordan Customs Department
Amman, Jordan
03.2019 - Current
- Translated official and legal documents from English into Arabic and vice versa.
- Provided interpretation services during meetings held with foreign (EU, WCO and IMF) missions.
- Replicated flow, style and overall meaning of original texts.
- Conferred with subject matter experts and other colleagues to establish precise understanding of specialized concepts.
- Reviewed news and current events in international publications, translating relevant information for leaders.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
Cashier
Ripley Entertainment
Tennessee , United States Of America
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Arabic Teacher for Non-native Speakers
Consortium For Global Education (CGE)
Amman, Jordan
08.2015 - 11.2016
- Taught adults beginning, intermediate and advanced Arabic courses.
- Developed comprehensive course contents utilizing proven and innovative instructional strategies.
- Tested and assessed student progress in speaking Arabic according to professional assessment standards.
- Presented educational tutorials on CGE channel on YouTube.
Language Cross-cultural Facilitator
American Peace Corps
Madaba, Jordan
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Taught Arabic (Jordanian dialect) for non-native speakers (American adults).
- Developed language recourses (Jordanian Arabic manuals).
- Explained cultural components that accompany language lessons.
Education
Master of Arts - Translation
Yarmouk University
Jordan 09.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Translation
Yarmouk University
Jordan 09.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
Cultural expertise
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organization and Time Management
Proofreading skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Communication Skills
Written Communication
Self-Motivated
Certification
IELTS Academic (Band 7)
Accomplishments
- Winner of the Arab League competition for the best Arab poem in Doha, Qatar in 2010.
- Member in Yarmouk University's Students Council, 2014-2015.
Timeline
IELTS Academic (Band 7)
01-2021
Translator
Jordan Customs Department
03.2019 - Current
Cashier
Ripley Entertainment
06.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Arts - Translation
Yarmouk University
09.2016 - 06.2019
Arabic Teacher for Non-native Speakers
Consortium For Global Education (CGE)
08.2015 - 11.2016
Language Cross-cultural Facilitator
American Peace Corps
09.2014 - 12.2014
Training of Trainers- American Peace Corps
09-2014
Participating in Young Leader's Program- Friedrich Ebert Foundation
04-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Translation
Yarmouk University
09.2011 - 06.2015