Experienced with bridging language barriers and ensuring clear communication. Utilizes linguistic and cultural knowledge to facilitate understanding in various settings. Track record of maintaining accuracy and neutrality, contributing to effective and seamless communication.
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ANJUMAN ARA AKTER SOMAIYA
Bengali Interpreter
Chittagong,10
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
11
Certificates
3
Languages
Work History
ONE WORLD GLOBAL SERVICES(Remote)
Bengali Medical Interpreter
06.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Provided accurate and culturally sensitive translation and interpretation services between Bengali and English speakers in various settings, including legal, medical, and educational environments.
- Assisted clients with limited English proficiency in understanding complex information by interpreting conversations and documents in real-time.
- Bridged cultural gaps by explaining cultural references and nuances that may impact communication between Bengali and English-speaking individuals.
- Strengthened cross-cultural relationships by delivering culturally-sensitive interpretations to diverse audiences.
FUTURE GROUP TRANSLATION SERVICES
Bengali-English Interpreter
01.2024 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Provided both simultaneous and consecutive interpretation services during meetings, conferences, and medical proceedings to facilitate clear communication.
- Utilized advanced language skills in both Bengali and English to ensure accurate and contextually appropriate translations and interpretations.
- Addressed any language barriers or misunderstandings that arose during interpretation sessions, ensuring effective communication between all parties involved.
- Future Group offers ISO certified end-to-end language services for all languages, dialects and subject matters, backed up by over 6,000 in country linguists.
Softlancer LLC
Bengali Interpreter
03.2025 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Delivered accurate and professional simultaneous and consecutive interpretation across meetings, conferences, and medical settings, enabling seamless multilingual communication.
- Anticipated and resolved linguistic challenges proactively, ensuring mutual understanding and productive interaction among stakeholders.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and rapid decision-making in high-pressure and technically complex situations while maintaining linguistic precision.
- Softlancer LLC is a trusted partner for LSPs, offering on-demand and scheduled interpretation services across multiple sectors, including healthcare, legal, corporate, and government.
Datamark BPO Service LLP
Bengali Interpreter
06.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Provided OPI (over-the-phone Interpretation) for Bengali-English Clients.
- Specialized in Medical, Legal and General contexts.
- Demonstrated strong accuracy in note-taking and medical terminology.
IDIOTTBOX
Content Researcher (Freelance)
06.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Conducted in-depth investigations into a wide array of subjects, encompassing current affairs, emerging trends, and industry-specific matters, with the aim of gathering pertinent and dependable information.
- Scrutinized and appraised the research findings meticulously to ensure their authenticity, pertinence, and precision, thus upholding a high standard of credibility.
- IdiottBox, an experienced digital marketing agency, crafts winning digital strategies for commercial success.
MY TRAVEL BDChittagong, Bangladesh
Office Executive
02.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Exhibited a robust sales acumen, which led to a 20% upswing in monthly sales metrics by actively engaging with potential clients and effectively conveying the array of travel options.
- Efficiently oversaw daily office operations, encompassing schedule coordination, management of incoming communications, and upholding office supplies inventory to ensure seamless workflow.
- Played a pivotal role in enhancing the travel booking procedure, culminating in a 20% decrease in booking errors and heightened travel satisfaction for both employees and clients.
GAOTek.Inc
HR Intern (Internship)
05.2023 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Recruited and carefully screened candidates for diverse roles, resulting in a 50% increase in qualified applicants and a 25% decrease in hiring time.
- Established streamlined onboarding procedures that enhanced the efficiency of new employee training by 30%, resulting in higher job satisfaction and retention rates.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by being promoted to assistant team leader within one week of joining, overseeing team productivity and contributing to a 15% increase in overall performance metrics.
Al-Amin InstituteChittagong, Bangladesh
Assistant Teacher
03.2021 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Collaborated with lead teacher to create engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans for preschool children, fostering a positive and interactive learning environment.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising various activities, including arts and crafts, story time, and outdoor play, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth among students.
- Provided individualized attention to students, offering support and guidance based on their unique learning needs and abilities.
- Al-Amin Institute: Nurturing an ideal society through integrated education.
Education
University of ChittagongChittagong, Bangladesh
Bachelor of Social Science from Public Administration
12.2023
University Overview
- Engaged in volunteering organization named “Third Eye” helping blind students with their study and daily life.
- Participated as a Debater at Chittagong University Debating Society.
- GPA: 3.10 out of 4.00
ASPIRE INSTITUTE by Harvard UniversityVirtual
Aspire Leadership Program
10.2023
University Overview
- Successfully progressed to Stage 4 of the Aspire Leadership Program, demonstrating mastery of foundational leadership concepts and readiness for advanced leadership challenges.
- Enhanced my Leadership skills with the course by “Exercising Leadership by Ronald Heifetz” Along with the live seminars of the program.
Skills
Microsoft Office
G-Suite
Zotero
Mendeley
SPSS
STATA
Interpersonal communication
Client confidentiality
Note-taking techniques
Terminology management
Interpretation equipment use
Cultural competence
Certification
Completed a 2-week training on Interpretation by MARTII.
Interests
Entrepreneurship
Business Development
Public Policy
Project Management
Timeline
Bengali Interpreter
Softlancer LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025
Bengali Medical Interpreter
ONE WORLD GLOBAL SERVICES
06.2024 - Current
Bengali-English Interpreter
FUTURE GROUP TRANSLATION SERVICES
01.2024 - 07.2024
Content Researcher (Freelance)
IDIOTTBOX
06.2023 - 03.2024
HR Intern (Internship)
GAOTek.Inc
05.2023 - 10.2023
Office Executive
MY TRAVEL BD
02.2023 - 11.2023
Bengali Interpreter
Datamark BPO Service LLP
06.2021 - 10.2023
Assistant Teacher
Al-Amin Institute
03.2021 - 10.2021
University of Chittagong
Bachelor of Social Science from Public Administration
ASPIRE INSTITUTE by Harvard University
Aspire Leadership Program
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Languages
Bengali
English
Hindi
Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-Curricular Activities
- Participant of 'Aspire Leadership Program' by 'Harvard Business School'.
- General Volunteer & Stenographer & Writer at Third Eye since 2019.
- Head of Research and Development at Third Eye for a year.
- Head of Public Relations at Third Eye for 10 months.
- Head of Education at Third Eye for 6 months.
- Trainer & Assessor at Third Eye Human Resource & Development since 2021.
- Participant in 'Building Bridges Through Leadership' organized by Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center.
- Participant in the 'Youth Leadership Summit' held by Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC).
Test Scores
Test Scores
IELTS: 7.0 out of 9
EF SET: 72 out of 100 (C2 Proficient)
PICSI: 90 out of 100 in Preliminary Interpreter Candidate Skills Interview (PICSI)
ALTA: 11 out of 12 in ALTA English Test