Keneaa Zekarias

I’m an accomplished senior translation and localization specialist with over a decade of experience, specializing in legal and high-stakes governmental documentation. My work consistently centers on accuracy, context, and preserving legal intent across languages and audiences.

In my current role as Lead Translation Manager at Yarken Translation Solutions (June 2021 – Present), I direct end-to-end translation workflows for high-volume client portfolios while enforcing rigorous quality standards. I personally handle critical translations for tier-one law firms and government entities, and I edit and polish deliverables to ensure stylistic consistency and cultural relevance. I also established quality benchmarks that streamlined review and reduced turnaround times for complex legal projects.

From September 2014 to May 2021, I worked as a Freelance Linguist with GetBlend (formerly One Hour Translation), delivering ISO-certified translation and localization services on a leading global platform. I translated the African Union Transitional Justice Policy and key directives for an Ethiopian government body regulating Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), specializing in legal, general, and media-related documentation with strong accuracy and client satisfaction.