Working languages:
Arabic to English
English to Arabic
French to Arabic

Nancy Tahir
MITI, Legal Translator MOJ UAE, MS

Dubai, Dubayy, United Arab Emirates
Local time: 11:43 +04 (GMT+4)

Native in: Arabic (Variants: UAE, Egyptian) 
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Apr 8, 2023 (posted via ProZ.com):  I am translating a legal document "General Quitus", English into Arabic, 352 words. ...more »
Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter, Identity Verified Verified site user
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Services Translation, Interpreting, Editing/proofreading, Website localization, Software localization, Voiceover (dubbing), Subtitling, MT post-editing, Transcription, Training, Project management
Expertise
Specializes in:
Law (general)Poetry & Literature
Education / PedagogyMedical: Health Care
Medical: Cardiology

Volunteer / Pro-bono work Open to considering volunteer work for registered non-profit organizations
KudoZ activity (PRO) Questions answered: 3
Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 4
Translation education Bachelor's degree - Faculty of Arts, English department
Experience Years of experience: 16. Registered at ProZ.com: Oct 2015.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials Arabic to English (The Ministry of Justice)
English to Arabic (The Ministry of Justice)
English to Arabic (Institute of Translation and Interpreting, verified)
Memberships ITI
Software Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, CaptionHub, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Pro, Microsoft Word, SDLX, titlebee, Trados Studio
CV/Resume English (PDF)
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Bio

Sworn Legal Translator | Certified Translation Trainer | Pro Bono Advocate


ABOUT ME


I am Nancy Tahir, a dedicated Sworn Legal Translator, Certified Translation Trainer, and a passionate advocate for humanitarian causes through my pro bono work with Translators Without Borders since 2018. With a strong belief in the power of language, I have dedicated my career to breaking linguistic barriers and facilitating effective communication on a global scale.


EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Arts (English Department) from Tanta University, 2007
  • General Diploma in Education (English Major) from Tanta University, 2008
  • Pre-Masters year in English Literature from Mansoura University, 2014
  • Translation MA Student at Saint Joseph University Dubai
  • Sworn Legal Translator certified by the Ministry of Justice in UAE
  • Certified Member of the Institute of Translation & Interpreting in the UK (ITI)
  • Member of Union of International Translators in Lebanon (UIT)
  • Certified Translators' Trainer by Kingston Mena
  • ISO 17100-2015 Certified


SKILLS & SPECIALIZATIONS


My diverse skill set encompasses various aspects of the translation and interpretation field, including:

  • Legal, Insurance & Financial Translation
  • Conference Interpretation (Simultaneous & Consecutive)
  • Official Documents & Economic Translation
  • Advertising & UN Translation
  • Media & Business CSR Translation
  • Training Documents and User Manuals
  • Localization & Information Technology
  • Proofreading, Editing & Literary Translation
  • Voice-Over Translation & Academic Writing
  • Proficiency in CAT Tools (Trados, MemoQ, MemSource, MateCAT)


CAT TOOLS

  • Trados
  • MemoQ
  • MemSource
  • MateCAT


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE


My journey in translation and interpretation began at Tanta University, Egypt, where I served as a Legal Translator in the Faculty of Law. Over the years, I've expanded my horizons, including freelancing in legal, insurance, and financial translation. My career has taken me to Dubai, where I worked as a Translator at Diamond Legal Translation, a Project Manager at 4Corners Translation Services, and a Manager at Apex Legal Translation in Egypt.

Currently, I hold the position of Legal Translator and Executive Manager at Apex Legal Translation in the UAE. I'm also a Certified Translator, Project Manager at Apex Group International Ltd in the UK, and a Certified Legal Translator Trainer at Apex Legal Translation.

I've worked on 50+ projects, translating legal English drafting materials, UAE laws into English, TEDx Sessions, and website content for renowned brands like FAB UAE, Talabat, NARS Makeup, and Spirii.com.



EVENTS ATTENDED & GUEST SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS


I've had the privilege of participating in prestigious events and serving as a guest speaker, where my expertise in translation and interpretation has been showcased. Additionally, I've provided interpretation services at various gatherings to facilitate effective communication. These events include:
•    ADIBF (Abu Dhabi International Book Fair) 22-28 May 2022 Interpretation.
•    Interpretation of "Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award 2022," "Youth Knowledge Forum" 6 & 7 December 2022.
•    "People of the Future Forum," Polo Club 15th December 2022.
•    SEF (Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival) 2022 (17 & 18 December).
•    TerpSummit 2023 – Coopetition Edition.
•    Dubai Chamber Commerce Biz Community Event - UAE - Palestine Business Matching Event, 11th May 2023.
•    ADIBF (Abu Dhabi International Book Fair) 22-28 May, 2023 Interpretation.
•    Interpretation for Schools teachers in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain in the Training sessions submitted by ADEK in collaboration with Teaching Strategies, 22-25 August 2023.
•    Dubai Police Interpretation for Community Happiness Center.
•    Expertise, Witnesses, Board Meetings & other confidential Meetings Interpretation.
•    IGCF (The International Government Communication Forum 2023)


LANGUAGES

  • Arabic (Mother Tongue)
  • English (Fluent)
  • French (Proficient)
  • Spanish (Beginner)




Keywords: legal translation, translation, translator, interpreter, interpretation, localization, English-arabic translation, Arabic-english translation


Profile last updated
Sep 20, 2023



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