What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Swahili US-Based Interpreter position at ContacLink Solutions?
LANGUAGE: Swahili US-Based Interpreter
As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between SWAHILI and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.
Candidate Qualifications:
Additional information:
As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between SWAHILI and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Fluency in English and SWAHILI
- Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred
- Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
- Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
- Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client.
- Computer or Laptop
- Windows 10 or higher
- USB Wired headset
- Steady wired internet connection
- At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
- Webcam
- Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green.
Additional information:
- Proficiency/Bilingual/Native level of English and target language.
- Remote position, interpreter works from his/her home office
- Ongoing training and competency opportunities
- Monthly payments
- Per minute rate
