Shammah Uwigikundiro
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
-Driven interpreter and dedicated volunteer, adept at fostering engaging experiences and delivering clear communication across diverse groups.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Interpreter Volunteer
Hermon Church
Ottawa, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
- Provided interpretation services during church events on Sundays, and community outreach programs.
- Translated documents from Kirundi/Kinyarwanda to English accurately and efficiently.
Luminarium Steward
Children's Festival: Luminarium/Arborialis
Ottawa, Ontario
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of festival installations and exhibits.
- Helped guide children and families through the luminarium, ensuring they follow safety protocols, and that the installation remains secure.
- Provide information about the luminarium, explaining its design, purpose, and how to interact with it.
Interpreter Volunteer
Interpretation for family and friends at UNHCR
Nairobi, Kenya
11.2019 - 09.2020
- I helped them fill out English immigration paperwork in some instances.
- Assisted people from Burundi, Rwanda, and Banyamulenge (Congo) who have difficulties expressing themselves in English and Swahili.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Theory of Architecture
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON04-2024
High School Diploma -
Immaculata High School
Ottawa06.2023
Skills
- Translating documents
- Cultural knowledge
- Strong vocabulary
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Attention to detail
Languages
- English, Native or Bilingual
- Swahili, Full Professional
- Kirundi, Native or Bilingual
- French, Professional Working
- Kinyarwanda, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Luminarium Steward
Children's Festival: Luminarium/Arborialis
05.2025 - 05.2025
Interpreter Volunteer
Hermon Church
01.2024 - Current
Interpreter Volunteer
Interpretation for family and friends at UNHCR
11.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - History And Theory of Architecture
Carleton University
High School Diploma -
Immaculata High School
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