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Julieth Ziso

@juliethziso

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Experienced translator, transcriber and educator skilled in Shona–English language services and data collection.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles using my Shona–English translation, transcription and qualitative data skills in research or training-focused organizations that value accuracy, confidentiality, and community engagement.

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

Current

Nursing Assistant Instructor

Current

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.

Clinical Instruction Assessments Record keeping CNA Lesson planning Classroom Management Clinical Supervision

Translator/Transcriber

FHI 360 (Mhuri Project)

Oct 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 2 months)

Prepared study tools, translated and transcribed English-Shona materials and interviews, recruited participants and obtained informed consent while maintaining data confidentiality and quality.

Translation Transcription English Shona Data Entry LAQAS Confidentiality Report Writing

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.

Curriculum Development Lesson planning English Literature Shona Language Exam Preparation Classroom Management

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.

Qualitative Data Transcription Shona English Translation Data Entry Interviewing Coding LAQAS Research Protocol Compliance

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.

Community Outreach Interviewing Public Information Data Collection Stakeholder Engagement

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.

Department Leadership Assessment Design Exam Preparation Drama Coaching

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.