Hi, I’m
Priya Barboza
French Linguist
Dubai
“Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.”
Proverbs
Summary
Experienced multilingual professional with over 6 + years of expertise in French linguistics and more than 9 years of diverse professional experience. Adept at language interpretation, translation and teaching. Successfully bridged communication gaps in international and multilingual settings, including the medical, educational and corporate sectors. Passionate about utilizing linguistic skills to foster cross-cultural traditions. Seeking opportunities where one can combine love for language with commitment to making a meaningful global impact.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
3
Certificates
3
Languages
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance
French Teacher, Translator, and Interpreter
03.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
- Proofread, edited and improved documents of different sizes.
- Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
BNP Paribas LTD
Senior Associate (French Interpreter)
08.2022 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Drafting English and french trades for clients in COCE Product Control Department.
- Helping the main French head office bank facilitate their work while smoothly navigating documentation and equity funding in French.
- Documentation of live equity, currency swap, non deliverable currency etc .
- Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
- Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
Datamark BPO Services
French Interpreter
09.2020 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Interpreting for all kinds of services in various scenarios.
- Professional French interpreting services for police services, Banking services, Technical services, Customer services, Medical professionals, ethical services, Detention centers, Refugee camps, Immigration services, Law services, Academic services, Travel services, Military services, investigation purposes, Financial services, card services, broadband, cable and phone services and endless scenarios.
- Ensured cultural appropriateness of language materials for specific regions within the Francophone community, respecting regional nuances in language use.
- Maintained confidentiality while interpreting sensitive information during legal proceedings, fostering trust among clients.
- Assisted clients in overcoming language barriers by offering culturally sensitive translation of written documents.
- Exceeded expectations in high-pressure situations, delivering reliable and precise interpreting services during time-sensitive and urgent scenarios.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns..
- Live Interpretation
- Converse in different dialects of the language french in order to provide the best service(ex: African, Quebecois, Canadian French)
- Being aware and knowledgeable in every call situation as it can be unexpected and difficult.
- Personality enhancement to be patient, kind and understanding of the situation,regardless of nature
- Assisted in the recruitment process of bilingual staff by evaluating candidates'' fluency in both languages through interviews and assessments.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
Tata Memorial Hospital With Merck Foundation
French Interpreter
07.2018 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Interpreting for Doctors, Nurses, surgeons, pathologists, lab technicians and cancer specialists from all of over Africa.
- Learnt a lot about medical vocabulary and different kinds of surgical and treatment procedures.
- Also took their personal interviews to know their thoughts and ideas about the Merck project.
- Facilitated clear communication between medical professionals and patients by accurately interpreting complex medical terms
- Stayed current on new expressions and cultural changes impacting language translation and interpretation
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Served as a liaison between non-French speaking individuals or groups during events or workshops that require language assistance.
Tech Mahindra Foundation at Navjeevan Lokvikas
English Facilitator and Soft Skill Trainer
01.2018 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Guided socially and financially backward youngsters and taught them to speak in English in order to take a successful interview and land a job.
- Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
- Enhance the computer skills like typing, painting, MS Word, Excel and many more.
- Participation in various activities and certified by Women's Board for Workers Education and certified for participating in our Safe Rider Training Program.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Initiated partnerships with local organizations to broaden reach and impact of community programs.
- Led cross-functional teams in brainstorming sessions, driving innovation and creative problem-solving.
Podar International School. CIE Board
French Teacher
04.2016 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Enhanced personality and developmental skills in the kids.
- Assisted struggling students with individualized tutoring sessions, improving their overall performance in class.
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Organized annual French cultural events at the school, promoting awareness and appreciation for the culture among all students.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Created reading lists with materials to promote student comprehension of written French.
- Set and arranged question papers and assignment worksheets for those particular grades.
Education
Mumbai UniversityMumbai, India
Bachelor of Arts from Arts
06.2014 - 05.2017
Alliance Française
Diploma from DELF B2
04.2001
Skills
Bringing innovative ideas
Certification
IELTS
Timeline
IELTS
08-2023
TEF
08-2023
Senior Associate (French Interpreter)
BNP Paribas LTD
08.2022 - 12.2023
French Interpreter
Datamark BPO Services
09.2020 - 08.2022
French Interpreter
Tata Memorial Hospital With Merck Foundation
07.2018 - 12.2019
English Facilitator and Soft Skill Trainer
Tech Mahindra Foundation at Navjeevan Lokvikas
01.2018 - 06.2018
French Teacher, Translator, and Interpreter
Freelance
03.2017 - Current
French Teacher
Podar International School. CIE Board
04.2016 - 03.2017
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Arts from Arts
06.2014 - 05.2017
Alliance Française
Diploma from DELF B2
04.2001
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Additional Skills
- Can read and write Braille.
- Linguistic Skills: Daily management of language services, translation, and interpretation
- Soft Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills; proven ability to work in diverse and high-pressure
environments
- Cultural Competence: Experience working with teams and individuals from various cultural backgrounds, enhancing collaboration and service delivery
Availability
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Available
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morning
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Volunteer Experience
- Leprosy Elimination Program: Participated in local initiatives aimed at eradicating leprosy, contributing to community health efforts.
- Support for Visually Impaired Students: Volunteered for over three years, assisting with reading, writing, and note-taking for visually impaired students, significantly improving their academic performance.
- Event Organizer: Organized events at the Utkarsha festival and participated in youth parliament, demonstrating leadership and event management skills.
Interests
Dancing, Swimming, Cycling and Hiking
Achievements
- Organized activities for the Utkarsha festival.
- Completed a basic course in Vedic Math .
- Volunteered at a sensitization workshop on disability for Capgemini employees.
- Participated in a research paper writing workshop at St. Xavier's College, CST, Mumbai, India.
- Member of the Youth Parliament organized by XPSA .
Visa Status
Visa Status : Visit Visa ( Valid until 10th Jan'25)
Additional Skills
- Can read and write Braille.
- Linguistic Skills: Daily management of language services, translation, and interpretation
- Soft Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills; proven ability to work in diverse and high-pressure
environments
- Cultural Competence: Experience working with teams and individuals from various cultural backgrounds, enhancing collaboration
Volunteer Experience
- Leprosy Elimination Program: Participated in local initiatives aimed at eradicating leprosy, contributing to community health efforts.
- Support for Visually Impaired Students: Volunteered for over three years, assisting with reading, writing, and note-taking for visually impaired students, significantly improving their academic performance.
- Event Organizer: Organized events at the Utkarsha festival and participated in youth parliament, demonstrating leadership and event management skills.
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