PAUL GIBSON



PAUL GIBSON (BA, MA, MSc, MCIBS)Madrid, SpainTel: +34 626 915 445 Email: gibsondpaul@Experienced translator and published writer with expertise in legal, financial, educational and medical translations, seeking challenging projects and long-term collaborationsSKILLS PROFILETranslating & InterpretingMore than three years of translating and interpreting experience which has covered areas as diverse as finance, healthcare, tourism, law and education. I spent one year with a micro-finance institution in Guatemala where I used my banking background to translate technical documents such as credit policies. As an English teacher in Madrid I also offered translations services, specialising on resumes and cover letters for doctors and students. In addition I worked as a volunteer translator for World Vision Spain, focusing on website content and subtitling for promotional videos. Proficient using Wordfast CAT municationOver three years of teaching experience, including 12 months in rural Kenya, coupled with delivering numerous professional and academic presentations, has made me an effective oral communicator. I have been using these skills constantly throughout my career, from building relationships with asylum seekers to multi-party negotiations in the financial world. Indeed, the varied nature of my professional experience has equipped me to comfortably interact with people from a wide range of backgrounds. IT & LanguagesA distinction level MSc in Computer Programming and Applications, including six months in Munich developing an online learning tutorial in Java programming for international students, guarantees that I am comfortable with IT systems, at ease with all standard applications, and have knowledge of web design and programming. I passed the upper intermediate Spanish exams at the Official Language School in Madrid and am currently working towards fluency.Research & AdvocacyI co-authored a chapter on the social aspects of genocide for an academic text to be published by Zed Books in 2013. Producing the work enhanced my ability to research, analyse, interpret and summarise large amounts of data, quickly, accurately and concisely. My research skills are further evidenced by two distinction level theses. I developed excellent advocacy skills in writing such papers and gained practical experience with BIRW when campaigning for the UK government to improve its record in ECHR Article 2 compliant investigations. I am currently working on a chapter for a book on micro-enterprises.Project Management & Strategic PlanningMy ability to manage both projects and people has developed through a variety of distinct roles. I have planned and led Habitat for Humanity house building expeditions to both Botswana and Sri Lanka. As British Irish Rights Watch’s official observer at the Baha Mousa public enquiry in London I spearheaded the organisation’s review of ECHR Article 2 compliant investigations. In my role as a caseworker in the Refugee Unit of the British Red Cross I delivered a project to regulate the assessment of refugees / asylum seekers and maximise the efficiency of the advice and support offered. My conclusions following analysis of the local microfinance market strongly influenced the 3 year strategic plan of Friendship Bridge.WORK & VOLUNTARY EXPERIENCEJune 2013 – Present: Freelance TranslatorNow based in Madrid and focusing on a full-time translating career. Recent projects include translations from the legal, financial, medical, tourism, NGO and culinary sectors.Sep 2012 – May 2013: Friendship Bridge Translator / InterpreterIn additional to working on a variety of projects with FB I translated key institutional documents (including 75 page credit policy) and acted as an interpreter in the field.Aug 2011 – Jul 2012: World Vision Spain TranslatorPrepared and translated website content / sponsor correspondence and provided subtitles for promotional videos.Aug 2010 – Sep 2012: Pro-Communications Translator / English TeacherHaving produced the material, I delivered a 16 hour intensive course on medical English to doctors throughout Spain. Also translated course material, CVs and letters.Sep 2009 – Aug 2010: British Red Cross (Refugee Service Unit) Caseworker / InterpreterI assessed and then provided individualised support to refugees and asylum seekers with a goal of immediate support and long term personal empowerment. Included interpreting responsibilities.May 2009 – Sep 2009: British Irish Rights Watch Researcher / CaseworkerIn a specialised role I acted as official observer at the Baha Mousa public inquiry and led a project on ECHR Article 2 compliant investigations. My daily summaries of the hearings were posted online.Sep 2008 – May 2009: ChildHope Programme OfficerInvaluable insight into how an international development NGO operates and a wealth of experience in applying for, managing, and reporting on project grants from major donors.Sep 2004 – Sep 2008: HBoS Senior AnalystWorking on large property funds, equity investment and small business financing provided a solid grounding in economic analysis and project management and developed key negotiation skills.Jun 2001 – May 2002: Primary School Teacher in KenyaTeaching the full range of syllabus subjects with responsibility for ensuring students passed national end of year exams greatly increased inter-personal, communication and representational skills.1999 – Present: Habitat for Humanity MemberLed expeditions to Botswana and Sri Lanka and advanced my teamwork and problem solving abilities.Educational & Professional QualificationsJul 2010 TEFL Course with TEFL EnglandSep 2008 –MA with Distinction in Understanding and Securing Human RightsSep 2009University of London - School of Advanced StudySep 2004 –Member of Chartered Institute of Bankers ScotlandSep 2009Sep 2002 -M.Sc. with Distinction in Computer Science and ApplicationsOct 2003Queen’s University Belfast & Technische Universitat MuenchenSep 1998 –BA (Hons) in Modern History 2.1Jun 2001Queen’s University Belfast ................
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