Job Title: Transcriptionist /Translator
Company: Innovations for Poverty Action
Location: Nairobi Kenya
Responsibilities:
• Check translations of technical and/or medical terms from Kiswahili terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation into English language.
• Listen to original recording material in Kiswahili and type out Focus Group Discussion and In-Depth Interview texts word-for-word (Transcriptionist)
• Translate Kiswahili text into English, ensuring that translations from the Kiswahili language retain the content and meaning of the original material (Translator)
• Proofread to correct spelling mistakes and grammar in English.
• Accurately relay style or tone so that meaning remains the same when translating or interpreting from Kiswahili to English language
• Adhere to strict deadlines when dealing with translating written material
• Protect the confidentiality of material as required
• Transcriptionists do have the opportunity to work from home after an initial probationary period in the office
Transcriptionist/Translator Key Requirements:
• A diploma or University degree in related field of Kenyan language (Kiswahili) and English language is an advantage
• Strong oral and written communications skills in English
• Strong oral proficiency in Kiswahili is required
• Knowledge of additional languages used in Nairobi, Eastern and Central is an advantage
• Listening ability to understand and grasp various expressions, idioms and specific vocabulary and their uses
• Should have basic knowledge in Kiswahili grammar and English
• Experience in transcription or translation for at least 1 year is preferred
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word and excellent typing skills is required for this position
• Willing to work evenings if needed
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address.
Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org, or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya.
If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “Transcriptionist Manager.” REF NO AHME-2013-09-02.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
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