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OLEH ABORNIEV
ABOUT ME

Professional simultaneous interpreter with over 20 years of
experience in the language combinations English-Ukrainian and
English-Russian. Over 25 years of experience working with
CONTACT
children, youth, and vulnerable groups. Extensive experience at
international conferences as well as in social and humanitarian
ADDRESS
projects. Reliable, dedicated, possesses strong communication
Kharkiv
skills, and culturally sensitive. Highly adaptable with a strong
PHONE willingness to pursue further training and education.
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

WHATSAPP PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Available

EMAIL Translator for Ukrainian Refugees (German/English)
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) Switzerland | 2022 - Present

• Accompanying Ukrainian refugees to medical appointments,
LANGUAGES authorities, and other relevant institutions.
• Providing oral translations for Ukrainian/German and Ukrainian/
English English interactions.
Fluent
• Supporting integration efforts and facilitating everyday
German communication.
Level B2 (currently enrolled)

Ukrainian Freelance Simultaneous Interpreter (English-Russian/
Native Ukrainian)
Ukraine / Remote | 2003 - 2022
Russian
Native • Performing simultaneous and consecutive interpretations at
conferences, seminars, and for international projects.
• Handling complex discussions regarding humanitarian,
VOLUNTEERING
economic, and social topics.

Developmental classes for • Providing translation services for international NGOs and
Ukrainian children (ETG educational institutions.
Bern)
Since 2022 Athlete Trainer / Child Rights Expert "Invasport"
Cooperation with Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights |
Socialization and
2019
integration trainer for
internally displaced • Leading training and protection programs for children and youth
persons in Ukraine with special needs.
2014 - 2022 • Developing educational offerings, workshops, and specialized
projects to promote resilience.
Founder of "Orphans of Trainer, Seminar Leader, Project Manager (Self-
Kharkov" project employed)
Cooperation with UNICEF and
Ukraine | 2015
Red Cross
• Conducting training sessions for NGOs, social institutions, and
Since 2001
educational providers.
• Focusing on key topics including motivation, integration, and
FURTHER leadership.
EDUCATION
Lead Interpreter - Summer Camps / Remote Work
German courses (ongoing) "Global Action" / "Promise to the Orphan" | 2007 - 2014
Volkshochschule Bern, Level B2
• Providing language mediation at children's camps and during
intercultural exchange projects.
HOBBIES & • Coordinating and managing teams of interpreters.
INTERESTS

• Armwrestling (Multiple EDUCATION
European and World
Champion) 2009
• 2013-2014, Two-time World Field of study: "Social Work"
Fitness Champion Kharkiv Social and Economic Institute

• Motivational Training
2006 - 2008
• Child and Youth Bachelor's Degree in Economics
Development Kharkiv State University of Economics, Ukraine

Continuous
Simultaneous Interpreter Training / International Programs
Including the Leadership Development Center, International
Education Center SEN Bratislava (Slovakia), and "Providence"
Canadian College.

1998 - 2003
Diploma in Social Work and Social Counseling (with honors)
Ananchenko Accounting and Economic College, Kharkiv.