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Abdulkadir Mohamed Ikar

8024 Blue Ash Lane, Niagara Falls

Summary

To further improve my skills as a manager by working for a challenging organization with high goals. I have strong ability to identify community strengths and weaknesses and develop relief initiatives from field data collections. Excellent team builder and motivator with honed communication and analytical thinking it is part of my skills. I could utilize my target oriented and time management skills for the profitability of your office. I also have the creativity experience and analytical ability to work, solve various problems and can work with a minimum supervision and on a multiple tasks in a diverse environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Interpreter

CANTALK (CANADA) INC
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
  • Improved patient outcomes in healthcare settings by facilitating clear communication between medical professionals and non-English speaking patients.
  • Communicated with clients to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
  • Used knowledge of accepted ethical guidelines to interpret confidential and sensitive information.

Programme Coordinator

SHACDO
11.2014 - 05.2022
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to program participants through prompt response times and attentive assistance with inquiries or concerns.

Risk Management Officer

Elit Risk Consultancy
01.2014 - 11.2014
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, promoting a culture of open communication and continuous improvement in risk management efforts.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to address identified risks, fostering collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Facilitated regular risk workshops, engaging cross-functional teams in identifying and prioritizing emerging risks within the organization.
  • Managed portfolio of insurance policies, ensuring adequate coverage against various types of risks faced by the organization.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by proactively addressing any identified gaps in policy adherence or documentation standards.
  • Streamlined risk assessment processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness in identifying vulnerabilities.
  • Collaborated with legal counsel on contract negotiations to minimize contractual risks associated with vendor agreements or strategic partnerships.
  • Supported business development activities by evaluating market trends and competitive landscape for potential threats or opportunities impacting company growth.
  • Trained employees in risk awareness and preparedness, fostering a culture of accountability and ownership over risk management responsibilities.
  • Evaluated business initiatives for potential risks, providing recommendations to mitigate potential negative impacts on the organization.
  • Led incident response efforts following risk events, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Implemented robust monitoring systems to track key risk indicators, enabling proactive response to emerging risks.

Interpreter

UNHCR
07.2012 - 12.2013
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Collaborated with other interpreters to cross-check accuracy of interpretations.
  • Offered language instruction to help clients improve language skills.
  • Prepared for interpreting tasks by researching and gathering information about tasks beforehand.
  • Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by addressing client concerns through professional interpretation services.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry-specific terminology and jargon to accurately interpret technical or specialized language.
  • Aided immigration processes for clients seeking citizenship status, interpreting interviews and assisting with document preparation when necessary.

Education

Master of Science - Management Science

International Islamic University Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2014

Bachelor of Science - International Business Management

University Utara Malaysia
Kedah, Malaysia
05-2012

Skills

  • Client support
  • Professional ethics
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Relationship building
  • Terminology management
  • Note-taking techniques
  • Client confidentiality

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Interpreter

CANTALK (CANADA) INC
02.2024 - 01.2025

Programme Coordinator

SHACDO
11.2014 - 05.2022

Risk Management Officer

Elit Risk Consultancy
01.2014 - 11.2014

Interpreter

UNHCR
07.2012 - 12.2013

Master of Science - Management Science

International Islamic University Malaysia

Bachelor of Science - International Business Management

University Utara Malaysia
Abdulkadir Mohamed Ikar