Olena Cherniavska
Brussels
Summary
Skilled interpreter fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and German, with extensive experience in human rights and policy development. Proven ability to deliver high-quality translations in fast-paced environments, adapting quickly to changing demands. Recognized for exceptional work quality and efficiency under pressure.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
EU advocacy officer
Institute for Reporters' Freedom & Safety
Brussels
11.2024 - Current
- Liaised with European institutions
- Cooperated with local partners: identify the needs, implement media freedom programmes;
- Managed donor outreach for the organization.
- Developed project proposals, and represent the organization at events and conferences.
- Represented the organisation at events and conferences.
- Engaged with stakeholders to promote policies protecting journalists in the Caucasus and Central Asia.
Language services
Linguaworld, EuroExpress — EuroSeminare, Karsten Witt Musik Management, Intamt e.V,
Düsseldorf
01.2006 - Current
- Provided consecutive, simultaneous, and whisper interpretation services, also at conferences.
- Provided written translation in various subjects.
- Maintained confidentiality while managing sensitive information during interpretation and translation tasks.
- Proofread, edited, and revised translated documents to ensure accuracy.
- Utilized machine-assisted translation tools to enhance efficiency in translation processes.
Advocacy officer
European Centre for Press & Media Freedom (ECPMF)
Brussels
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Coordinated support for journalists through workshops, security training, and legal assistance.
- Liaised with European institutions.
- Collaborated with local partners to enhance outreach efforts.
- Managed communication strategies to effectively promote organizational initiatives.
- Represented the organization at events and conferences to showcase achievements.
Senior Advisor
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Representative on Freedom of the Media
Vienna
11.2015 - 05.2024
- Monitored, reported, and advised the head of the institution on media freedom and political developments in the Area of Responsibility (Central Asia and Central Europe).
- Prepared briefing materials on media and politics in the Area of Responsibility (Central Asia and Central Europe); drafted public interventions, talking points, and speeches; prepared concept notes, identified experts, and drafted reports of regional events.
- I spoke and moderated at regional events, prepared country visits, and organized high-level meetings for the head of the institution.
- Liaised with media.
language trainer, English, Russian
Dive-in-Languages; Schröder & Schröder; Volkshochschule Düsseldorf, Fachhochschule Niederrhein
Düsseldorf
04.2005 - 03.2014
- Taught English and Russian and prepared students for examinations for various levels of the Common European Framework Of reference for Languages (CEFR).
- Utilized multimedia resources to support language acquisition and retention.
- Prepared examination materials and marked examination papers.
- Provided one-on-one coaching to address individual learner needs.
- Reviewed textbooks, websites or other resources used during instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - European Studies
Central European University
Prague, Czech Republic06-1994
Ph.D. - English Literature
Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University
Kyiv, Ukraine11-1993
Certificate - English Literature
Edinburgh University
Edinburgh, UK08-1993
Certificate of Studies - English
Oxford University
Oxford, UK06-1990
Skills
- Oral interpretation
- Written translation
- Policy advocacy
- Donor outreach
- Project development
- Stakeholder engagement
- European liaison
Languages
Ukrainian
First Language
Russian
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
EU advocacy officer
Institute for Reporters' Freedom & Safety
11.2024 - Current
Advocacy officer
European Centre for Press & Media Freedom (ECPMF)
05.2024 - 11.2025
Senior Advisor
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Representative on Freedom of the Media
11.2015 - 05.2024
Language services
Linguaworld, EuroExpress — EuroSeminare, Karsten Witt Musik Management, Intamt e.V,
01.2006 - Current
language trainer, English, Russian
Dive-in-Languages; Schröder & Schröder; Volkshochschule Düsseldorf, Fachhochschule Niederrhein
04.2005 - 03.2014
Master of Arts - European Studies
Central European University
Ph.D. - English Literature
Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University
Certificate - English Literature
Edinburgh University
Certificate of Studies - English
Oxford University
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