Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Linguistics, Languages, Communications, or a related field.
  
• 5+ years of Proven experience in professional translation, preferably English ↔ Kiswahili.
  
• Excellent command of both English and Kiswahili, with strong grammar, spelling, and editing skills.
  
• Strong understanding of cultural nuances to ensure accurate and context-sensitive translations.
  
• Detail-oriented with strong proofreading and quality assurance skills.
  
• Familiarity with translation tools, software, and technology to enhance efficiency.
  
• Ability to work independently while maintaining clear communication with teams and stakeholders.
  
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
  

• Translation: Accurately translate resources, from English to Kiswahili, while preserving the content’s context, style, and tone.
  
• Proofreading: Thoroughly edit translated materials to ensure language accuracy and consistency.
  
• Cultural Adaptation: Ensure that the translated materials are culturally relevant and appropriate for the intended audience.
  
• Quality Assurance: Perform quality checks on translated content and make necessary revisions to maintain standards of quality.
  
• Collaboration: Effectively collaborate with the content development team and other stakeholders to ensure communication and teamwork.
  
• Technology Familiarity: Utilize translation software and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy in the translation process.
  
• Meeting Deadlines: Effectively prioritize translation assignments to meet project deadlines.