Julieth Ziso
@juliethziso
Experienced translator, transcriber and educator skilled in Shona–English language services and data collection.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced translator, transcriber and educator with a strong background in Shona–English translation, qualitative data collection and classroom instruction. I have worked on research projects converting audio recordings to accurate written transcripts, preparing study tools, obtaining informed consent, and maintaining strict confidentiality while ensuring fidelity to original meaning.
As a Nursing Assistant Instructor and former Head of English/Shona Department, I deliver practical training, design assessment plans, and manage diverse classrooms and clinical skills labs. I bring meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication, and proven experience with data entry, LAQAS surveys, Microsoft Office and tablet-based data collection to support research and training objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Nursing Assistant Instructor
Pathway Nursing College
Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Teach non-credit CNA courses, manage classroom, skill lab and clinical training, and maintain accurate student records and assessments to ensure competency and compliance with program requirements.
Prepared study tools, translated and transcribed English-Shona materials and interviews, recruited participants and obtained informed consent while maintaining data confidentiality and quality.
English/Shona Teacher
Red Cross High School
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)
Taught English and Shona language and literature up to A level, developed formative assessment plans, and improved students' analytical and exam techniques through varied teaching strategies.
Data Collector / Transcriber
University of Zimbabwe - UCSF Research
Jan 2009 - Dec 2014 (5 years 11 months)
Conducted qualitative interviews, transcribed Shona audio to English, entered data into databases, and ensured accurate retention of interview content per study protocols.
Outreach Interviewer
University of Zimbabwe - UCSF Programme
Oct 2004 - Dec 2008 (4 years 2 months)
Served as primary contact for program activities, led community working groups, disseminated IEC materials, and supported qualitative data collection for HIV/AIDS outreach and VCT programs.
Head of English/Shona Department
Goromonzi High School
Jan 1998 - Sep 2004 (6 years 8 months)
Led the English and Shona department, planned and delivered lessons up to advanced level, developed assessment plans, and organized extracurricular writing and debate activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Zimbabwe
Executive Certificate, Project Management
2008 - 2008
Completed an Executive Certificate in Project Management to strengthen project planning and implementation skills.
University of Zimbabwe
Executive Certificate, Monitoring and Evaluation
2008 - 2008
Completed an Executive Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation to support program assessment and quality control.
University of Zimbabwe
Certificate in Computer Training, Computer Training
1997 - 1997
Completed computer training in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support data entry and documentation tasks.
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Arts, English and Shona
1995 - 1997
Completed a B.A. General in English and Shona focusing on language, literature, and translation skills.
Pathway Nursing College
Advanced Certificate / Certificate, Nursing Assistant
Completed an Advanced Certificate in Nursing Assistant and a Certificate in Nursing Assistant to support practical caregiving and instructional roles.
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Software and tools used professionally
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