Translators - 12 Positions at The Center for International Health, Education and Biosecurity (CIHEB)

Job Summary:

The Linguists will support the back translation of verbatim transcripts from the various vernacular language to English.  Responsible for listening to, understanding, and translating spoken or written statements from one language to another.

Translation    

• Swahili to English         
• Luo to English         
• Teso to English     
• Kisii to English         

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Proofread the assigned verbatim transcripts to understand and ensure that they are all in English
2. Convert transcripts from one language into English
3. Uphold data quality procedures
4. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality
5. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

1. Fluent in the relevant language (native level), both written and spoken, fluent in English, both written and spoken.
2. Computer knowledge is required.
3. Attention to detail is required.
4. Ability to speak, write, type and translate to and from English/the assigned language
5. Personal and professional integrity is required.
6. Diploma/Degree in public health or social science discipline
7. Knowledge of immunization terminology preferred
8. Trustworthy to handle confidential matters/information

Closing: 27th January 2023.