Translators at Girl Effect

Reporting line: Project Manager, TEGA

Location: Northern Nigeria

Company: Girl Effect Nigeria (GEN)

Contract: Part time

Date: May 2019

The role will require the ability to analyse language in context and a natural aptitude for technology. The role also requires access to a laptop and good internet speed. Registered companies and Individuals are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to translate audio data from Hausa, Kanuri and/or Fulfude to excellently written English. No summaries allowed while it is expected that the translations convey the original meaning
• The TEGA environment is fast paced and Translators are expected to meet their daily target
• Translations do not happen full time however Translators are expected to be available to work on demand. Two to Three days notice will be given
• Translators are expected to give feedback to Girl Effect Nigeria on the tech, quality of research, safeguarding and any findings perceived
• Attend trainings when required
• Additional Responsibilities for Agencies
• Recruit speakers of the language listed above, other Nigerian languages are desirable
• Plan, organize and lead on training/induction for selected candidates and ensuring that they sign the non disclosure agreement before working on Girl Effect research
• Pay the translators’ fee for each set of translations timely
• Provide laptops, earphones
• Ensure that all translations are completed within timelines agreed with Girl Effect Nigeria
• Ensure that all translations don’t lose original meaning and remain within context
• Ensure that all required documents for accounting purposes are submitted.

4. Reporting Line

The Translators’ day to day activities will be managed by the Specialist, TEGA