SMSayantana Mohanty
@sayantanamohanty
Experienced Portuguese language specialist and translator with research and teaching expertise.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Portuguese and Italian language specialist with long experience in translation, interpretation, teaching, and research support across academic, government, and corporate settings. I have served as Consular Assistant at the Embassy of Brazil, lectured Portuguese at Jamia Millia Islamia, and worked on multilingual translation and content projects for clients including Aditya Birla Group, Indian Railways, and Human Rights Law Network.
My background blends postgraduate study in political science with extensive project work in media, film research and scriptwriting, non-formal education coordination for UNICEF, and language training for corporate and tourism sectors. I deliver accurate translations, language training, and culturally informed communication, backed by diplomas in Portuguese and Italian proficiency from JNU, Jamia Millia Islamia, and related institutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Consular Assistant
Embassy of Brazil
Jan 2020 - Jun 2025 (5 years 5 months)
Provided consular support and document processing for the Embassy of Brazil, facilitating visa and citizen services and assisting diplomatic staff from 2020–2025.
NIPortuguese Language Specialist
NIIT
Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (4 months)
Delivered Portuguese language instruction and training modules at NIIT for short-term corporate and learner programs during 2019.
JIGuest Lecturer - Portuguese
Jamia Millia Islamia
Aug 2009 - Mar 2018 (8 years 7 months)
Taught Portuguese language courses, developed curricula and instructional materials, and assessed student proficiency for multi-year academic programs.
Research Assistant
Association for Social Audit, Research and Development Initi
May 2004 - Jan 2007 (2 years 8 months)
Conducted field research and supported social audit projects, contributing to data collection and report preparation across Odisha, enhancing transparency in local governance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JUJawaharlal Nehru University
Certificate & Diploma of Proficiency, Italian Language
2011 - 2012
Certificate and Diploma of Proficiency in Italian awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University.
B.J.B. College, Bhubaneswar
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Economics
Grade: 59%
Undergraduate Bachelor (Honours) in Economics with 59% from B.J.B. College, Bhubaneswar.
UHUniversity of Hyderabad
Master of Arts, Political Science
Grade: 65%
Postgraduate degree (M.A.) in Political Science with 65% from the University of Hyderabad.
JUJawaharlal Nehru University
Advanced Diploma of Proficiency, Portuguese Language
2003 - 2005
Advanced Diploma/Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University.
St. Joseph's High School, Bhubaneswar
Higher Secondary (ICSE), General (Secondary Education)
Grade: 71%
Completed ICSE higher secondary studies with subjects including English, Maths, Science, Social Science and Economics, scoring 71%.
JIJamia Millia Islamia
Advanced Diploma of Proficiency, Italian Language
2013 - 2013
Advanced Diploma of Proficiency in Italian from Jamia Millia Islamia.
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