Virginia francence

French Tutor | Project Manager |Fr -En Translator

Education / Training

Kisumu

Services offered

I am a project manager, educationist, and French curriculum expert with over four years of experience, three of which I spent working as a teacher in various organizations such as Jalaram Academy and St Josephs’s Chepterit. I have been responsible for the overall management and technical oversight of various teams in different capacities. My fluency in Swahili, English, and French has aided my work as a translator and as an education provider in Kenya, as well as in project coordination. I use my education-related training to advance evidence-based decision-making and consequently enhance the impact of development and education programs and organizations. I am an experienced multilingual project manager at Source Kubuni Company Limited. I am also trained in the implementation of the IPLS curriculum. Applying my bilingual abilities, I also work as a FRENCH – ENGLISH translator. I have been able to translate for different organizations among them Mercy Corps, and Source Kubuni where I leverage my translation skills in the translation of curriculums and IEC materials. My passion for French as a foreign language has seen me deliver customized and tailor-made French lessons to individuals. Most recently I specialize in French for Researchers. My training and experience are complemented by the extensive application of technology-based solutions during different implementation procedures and projects, as well as translation activities

Project manager

French tutor

Translator

Approximate rate: KSh 1,500 per hour

Experience

01/2020 – CURRENT – Nairobi, Kenya

PROJECT COORDINATOR - FRANCOPHONE AFRICA – SOURCE KUBUNI COMPANY LIMITED

Provide management and coordination services for the company in all projects covering Francophone Africa.
Lead research translation of various research tools and protocols to French for use during the company research activities.
Conduct telephonic interviews with various French-speaking clients Lead interpreter for clients from Francophone countries.
Keep a record of interviews done for Francophone clients

06/2021 – 02/2022 – Nairobi, Kenya

ENGLISH - FRENCH TRANSLATOR – MERCY CORPS

Translated training curriculums for both Adults and Young People for use in the organisation. Translated IEC materials for use in different training activities from English to French.
Translated Communication materials from English to French

09/2018 – 08/11/2021 – Kisumu, Kenya

TEACHER OF FRENCH – JALARAM ACADEMY

Implemented the French curriculum for the preparatory section (Grade 1-6) in line with the international curriculum.
Created appropriate French schemes of work for each class.
Used both in-class activities and online resources and platforms to create a blended learning environment.
Researched to develop of appropriate learning materials, language games, and other teaching aids.
Scheduled feedback sessions with students and their parents and provide extra support for enrichment where required.
Developed assessments and grading systems for the pupils.
Organised conversational classes and fun events where students engage with French culture.
Made recommendations to students for further learning and development.
Keep records of pupil performance in the language.
Mentor and Guide the Grade 3 Class.
Kept records of students' daily attendance.
Fostered class discipline by implementing appropriate behavior protocols.
Implemented school ethos and vision at the class level.
Helped learners cope with the school program. Kept class records. Liaised between the pupils in class and the administration.
Encourage good relationships between the learners.

French Club Patron.

Helped learners gain knowledge of the French language through different activities including; poems, drama, music, and varying research activities.
Identified different talents among learners.
Cultivated and nurture creativity in the French club members.
Trained learners for participation in the Kenya Music Festival competitions.