Working languages:
English to Swahili
Swahili to English
Swahili (monolingual)
English (monolingual)

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Esther Sakwanda
Precision in every translation!!!

Mombasa, Coast, Kenya
Local time: 03:27 EAT (GMT+3)

Native in: Swahili (Variants: Tanzanian, Kenyan) Native in Swahili
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Jul 24, 2024 (posted via ProZ.com):  Working on a short blogpost on our Proz Pro Bono "Meet the Client Segment" Being part of such a noble cause is quite fulfilling. Here's to making a difference.. ...more, + 12 other entries »
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Precision in every translation!!
Account type Freelance translator and/or interpreter, Identity Verified Verified member
Data security Created by Evelio Clavel-Rosales This person has a SecurePRO™ card. View now.
Affiliations This person is not affiliated with any business or Blue Board record at ProZ.com.
Services Interpreting, Translation, Native speaker conversation, Editing/proofreading, Voiceover (dubbing), Language instruction, Transcription, Subtitling, Transcreation
Expertise
Specializes in:
Education / PedagogyLinguistics
JournalismAdvertising / Public Relations
General / Conversation / Greetings / LettersLaw (general)
Idioms / Maxims / SayingsMedia / Multimedia
Cooking / CulinaryMedical (general)

Volunteer / Pro-bono work Open to considering volunteer work for registered non-profit organizations
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Blue Board entries made by this user  2 entries

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Portfolio Sample translations submitted: 1
Translation education Graduate diploma - Kenyatta University
Experience Years of experience: 14. Registered at ProZ.com: May 2020. Became a member: Aug 2020.
ProZ.com Certified PRO certificate(s) N/A
Credentials English (EF Standard English Test, verified)
English to Swahili (Kenya National Examinations Council)
Swahili to English (HIPAA Certification)
Swahili (Healthcare Interpreting Course)
Memberships N/A
Software Adobe Acrobat, CafeTran Espresso, memoQ, Microsoft Office Pro, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Trados Studio
Events and training
Professional practices Esther Sakwanda endorses ProZ.com's Professional Guidelines.
Professional objectives
  • Meet new translation company clients
  • Meet new end/direct clients
  • Work for non-profits or pro-bono clients
  • Screen new clients (risk management)
  • Network with other language professionals
  • Find trusted individuals to outsource work to
  • Build or grow a translation team
  • Get help with terminology and resources
  • Learn more about translation / improve my skills
  • Learn more about interpreting / improve my skills
  • Get help on technical issues / improve my technical skills
  • Learn more about additional services I can provide my clients
  • Learn more about the business side of freelancing
  • Find a mentor
  • Stay up to date on what is happening in the language industry
  • Help or teach others with what I have learned over the years
  • Transition from freelancer to agency owner
  • Buy or learn new work-related software
  • Improve my productivity
Bio

As a seasoned translator with over thirteen (13) years of experience, I thrive on the challenge of transforming complex ideas into clear and concise multilingual communication.


With a background in linguistics and a love for languages, I offer professional translation services tailored to meet the diverse needs of my clients. Whether it's translating documents, websites, or other material, I ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and timely delivery.


My expertise covers a wide range of fields; including legal, journalism, public relations, pedagogy, marketing, medical, and technical. I take pride in my attention to detail and my ability to convey the intended message effectively.

I am also excited to be part of the Proz Pro Bono Crew, where we volunteer our services to bring positive change. Having the opportunity to contribute my Traduction skills to help those who need it the most is an honor. Together, we're breaking down language barriers for a better tomorrow.

Let's collaborate and make your words resonate globally!

Cell phone: +254 733931228
https://www.probono.proz.com/social-media-crew


This user has reported completing projects in the following job categories, language pairs, and fields.

Project History Summary
Total projects12
With client feedback0
Corroborated0
0 positive (0 entries)
positive0
neutral0
negative0

Job type
Translation9
Post-editing1
Editing/proofreading1
Copywriting1
Language pairs
English to Swahili10
Swahili to English1
English1
Specialty fields
Human Resources1
Other fields
5
Asylum/Migration/Displacement4
Finance (general)3
Investment / Securities2
Law: Contract(s)1
Comics/Manga/Graphic novels1
Human rights1
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Profile last updated
Aug 10, 2024



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