CLEMENT AKASSI
Summary
- Experienced polyglot and educator prepared to work, team-work and lead on interpretation and translation.
- Known for reliability and ability to drive collaborative projects in interpretation and translation.
- First-hand expertise on international cultures as native or by traveling extensively in Africa, Europe and Latin America.
- Excels in ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
- Tech-savvy with passion for continuous improvement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
PROFESSOR OF SPANISH AND FRENCH
Howard University
08.2008 - Current
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Ensured clear understanding of class material by interpreting often from target language (Spanish and/or French) to English; and from English to target language.
- Graded tests and assignments on interpretation and translation courses (Spanish/French-English; English-Spanish/French)
PROFESSOR OF SPANISH
University of Metz (FRANCE)
09.2000 - 08.2004
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Ensured clear understanding of class material by interpreting often from target language (Spanish) to English; and from English to target language.
- Graded tests and assignments on interpretation and translation courses (Spanish-English; English-Spanish)
INTERPRETATION AND TRANSLATION STAFF
International and Independent Catholic Youth
08.1996 - 08.1997
- Co-led the staff of interpreters and translators during international meetings of the attendees/members of the JICI Headquarter in Paris, France. The attendees/members were from Spanish-speaking countries and French-speaking countries.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service attendees/members with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with attendees/members through consistent communication and attentive interpretation/translation, resulting in overall satisfaction.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration among interpreters and translators.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
Education
Ph.D. - SPANISH
UNIVERSITY OF ALCALÁ (MADRID, SPAIN)
Madrid, SPAIN03-2004
Skills
- Speak French, Spanish, English, Portuguese
- Expertise and Experience in subject matter, ie in interpretation/translation from target/foreign languages (Spanish, French) to English; and from English to Spanish/French
- Ability to solve problems in interpretation/translation from Spanish/French to English/; and from English to Spanish/French
- Knowledge of contemporary politics and international relations regarding Spanish/French-speaking European, Latin American and African countries
- Knowledge of simultaneous interpretation of Audio, Broadcasts and Video operations
- Leadership on staff development
- Personable and approachable
- Reliable on keeping classified documents/information secret
- Flexible schedule
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PROFESSOR OF SPANISH AND FRENCH
Howard University
08.2008 - Current
PROFESSOR OF SPANISH
University of Metz (FRANCE)
09.2000 - 08.2004
INTERPRETATION AND TRANSLATION STAFF
International and Independent Catholic Youth
08.1996 - 08.1997
Ph.D. - SPANISH
UNIVERSITY OF ALCALÁ (MADRID, SPAIN)
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