Caglar Ay
Vaughan,ON
Summary
Knowledgeable and inclusive Immigration and Interpreter Consultant with 3+ years of domestic immigration and interpretation experience. Demonstrated understanding of immigration and work authorization laws, regulations, and cross-cultural communication. Flourishes in fast-paced, high-stress environments with sensitive information that requires a high degree of confidentiality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Immigration Consultant-Volunteer
Immigration & Citizenship Services NJ
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Educated managers on complex nuances associated with foreign nationals to support recommended solutions that met individual and business needs.
- Drafted applications for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Adjustment of Status under U.S. immigration law.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Prepared asylum and refugee status applications.
Turkish Translation Specialist-Volunteer
International Rescue Committee, IRC
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Significantly increased team efficiency by restructuring workflows and developing effective time management strategies.
- Provided accurate and fluent translations between target and source languages through high-level expertise in grammar and cultural sensitivity.
- Facilitated understanding among people from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds with effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated high professionalism and ethical standards when handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Delivered high-quality translation services even under challenging and stressful circumstances, playing a critical role in court proceedings and the activities of aid organizations.
- Developed translation software for the organization, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of translation processes.
- Resolved communication issues during meetings by preparing detailed reports with interpretations and recommendations for improvements.
Religion Seminars Coordinator
Istanbul Beykoz University
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Spearheaded volunteer programs that positively impacted local communities while showcasing the University' commitment to social responsibility.
- Managed budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
Education
International Relationship, Political Science ENG
Istanbul Beykoz University
Istanbul08.2022
Skills
- Application processing
- Federal Court System
- Case management expertise
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Corporate and business legal issues
- Immigration inquiries
- Global immigration filings
- Computer Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Word
- Case analysis
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Immigration Consultant-Volunteer
Immigration & Citizenship Services NJ
08.2023 - 09.2023
Turkish Translation Specialist-Volunteer
International Rescue Committee, IRC
05.2023 - 08.2023
Religion Seminars Coordinator
Istanbul Beykoz University
03.2021 - 06.2021
International Relationship, Political Science ENG
Istanbul Beykoz University
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