Osama SARHAN
Conference Interpreter
Geneva
Summary
Talented Interpreter with advanced coaching abilities. 20 years of experience at international organizations, higher education and academic research at universities in the UK and the Middle East. Up-to-date knowledge of international affairs and interpreting & translation resources.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AR-EN Interpreter
United Nations
New York & Geneva
11.2015 - Current
- Serviced meetings of multiple United Nations bodies;
- Routinely covered sensitive meetings (Security Council, General Assembly, HRC, etc);
- Performed the role of team leader for all interpreters participating in specific meetings
- Instructed and advised interpreter trainees.
- Serviced confidential and non-confidential missions
- Successfully fulfilled the role of Programming Officer in the Interpretation Service.
- Ensured strict confidentiality and upheld ethical standards in handling interpreted information.
- Assessed the precision of audio recordings, transcripts, and related materials.
- Stayed updated with the latest advancements in interpreting by participating in training sessions.
Translator & Interpreter
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
Jeddah, KSA
04.2009 - 11.2015
- Managed interpretation needs for Conference Department, facilitating communication among Heads of State, Ministers, and Senior Officials; translated critical OIC materials and provided interpretation services at summits and specialized meetings.
Interpreting Instructor
American University in Cairo
Cairo
01.2008 - 07.2008
- Instructed conference interpreting at the School of Continuing Education, utilizing developed and implemented lesson plans to teach students simultaneous and consecutive interpreting principles and practice.
Language Instructor
King Khaled University
Abha
08.2004 - 07.2006
- Instructed English Language to University Students.
- Provided ongoing formative and summative assessments to track student progress.
- Developed lesson plans for language instruction to meet the individual needs of students.
Lecturer
University of Manchester
Manchester, UK
08.2011 - 12.12
- Lectured in interpreting, translation, and Interpreting Studies. Served as Course Coordinator of Interpreting Studies and other course units. Also worked as Examination Officer of the MA Programme and Library Treasurer of the CTIS. Received the Best Lecturer Award from the School of Languages and Cultures for exceptional performance.
Education
Master of Science - Conference Interpreting And Translation
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, UK09-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Education
University of Tanta
Egypt07-1998
Skills
- Conference Interpreting
- Court Interpreting
- Coaching
- International Civil Servant
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability
- Translation
- Editing
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Communication
- Subject matter expertise
- Critical Thinking
- Research
Certification
United Nations CELP Examination for Arabic Interpreters 2016
UN Management Development Training April-May 2023
MA in Conference Interpreting and Translation, 09/2006, 09/2007, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK
Accomplishments
- Best lecturer Award from the University of Manchester
Languages
- Arabic, Full Professional Proficiency
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- French, Limited Working Proficiency
Volunteer Experience
Community Outreach Coordinator, Astoria Islamic Center, 11/2020, 10/1021, New York, USA; Volunteer community interpreting; Friday khutba; outreach activities with Muslim community in New York and Manchester.
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
AR-EN Interpreter
United Nations
11.2015 - Current
Lecturer
University of Manchester
08.2011 - 12.12
Translator & Interpreter
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
04.2009 - 11.2015
Interpreting Instructor
American University in Cairo
01.2008 - 07.2008
Language Instructor
King Khaled University
08.2004 - 07.2006
Master of Science - Conference Interpreting And Translation
Heriot-Watt University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Education
University of Tanta
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