ALFREDO RAYMOND "Jojo" MAHINAN III
FSL Ministry Coordinator & Sign Language Specialist
Manila
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Summary
Dedicated CODA Interpreter with 17 years of experience facilitating communication for the Deaf community across diverse sectors, including television news, education, and government. Currently serving as a Ministry Coordinator and specialized Translation Officer, responsible for managing the exegetical and linguistic components of FSL Bible translation. Proficient in bridging ancient source languages, such as Hebrew and Greek, with sign language while ensuring organizational excellence and maintaining project momentum. Committed to fostering inclusive communication and enhancing accessibility for all.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages
Work History
Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Ministry Coordinator
Philippine Bible Society
10.2025 - Current
- Translation Oversight: Managed the technical translation process, ensuring both linguistic accuracy in FSL and exegetical faithfulness to the original Biblical texts.
- Linguistic Analysis: Integrated academic research of Biblical Hebrew and Greek roots to produce high-fidelity sign language resources.
- Strategic Coordination: Leads the development of ministry-wide initiatives and ensures all team members are working productively toward organizational objectives.
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
International Evangelical Church of Alabang
07.2025 - Current
- Program Leadership: Directs youth-focused spiritual and community initiatives, including the organization and promotion of major events like the IECA Youth Camp.
- Strategic Planning: Manages administrative requirements and legal documentation for youth participants.
- Community Engagement: Facilitates mentorship and spiritual growth for youth members within the church community.
Sign Language Interpreter (Freelance)
Alfredo Raymond Mahinan III - Sign Language Interpreting Services
03.2020 - Current
- Multi-Sector Interpreting: Provided simultaneous interpretation for TV news, webinars, and government institutions.
- Content Integrity: Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible during simultaneous interpretation.
- Continued Development: Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
Translation Coordinator for Deaf Project
Philippine Bible Society
11.2021 - 09.2025
- Project Management: Directed the Deaf Project’s daily operations while completing the UBS Translation Officers Training (2023–2025).
- Operational Detail: Managed day-to-day administrative tasks and adapted quickly to specialized translation software to ensure project efficiency.
- Stakeholder Relations: Developed and maintained effective working relationships between the Deaf Team and Management through detailed monthly progress reports.
Director of Operations
Philippine Deaf Sign Language Association
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Leadership: Defined and revised operational policies and guidelines while achieving team goals through formalized training and coaching.
- Workflow Optimization: Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
Asian Theological Seminary
Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines05-2027
Sign Language Translation Officers Training - Translation
United Bible Societies (UBS)
Remote06-2026
Translation Officers Training - Translation
United Bible Societies (UBS)
Remote09-2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines04-2015
Skills
Translation services
Data Synthesis
Inclusivity initiatives
Teamwork and collaboration
Accessibility planning
Team management
Translation Management Software
Google Workspace
Affiliations
International Evangelical Church of Alabang
Philippine National Association of Sign Language Interpreters
World Association of Sign Language Interpreters
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
Filipino Sign Language
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Filipino
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
American Sign Language
Upper intermediate (B2)
Biblical Greek
Upper intermediate (B2)
Biblical Hebrew
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Ministry Coordinator
Philippine Bible Society
10.2025 - Current
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
International Evangelical Church of Alabang
07.2025 - Current
Translation Coordinator for Deaf Project
Philippine Bible Society
11.2021 - 09.2025
Sign Language Interpreter (Freelance)
Alfredo Raymond Mahinan III - Sign Language Interpreting Services
03.2020 - Current
Director of Operations
Philippine Deaf Sign Language Association
02.2018 - 10.2021
Master of Arts - Biblical Studies
Asian Theological Seminary
Sign Language Translation Officers Training - Translation
United Bible Societies (UBS)
Translation Officers Training - Translation
United Bible Societies (UBS)
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila