Transcriber at Marie Stopes

OBJECTIVES:

• We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Transcriber to join our team and provide routine support to research activities under the guidance of the Strategic Research and Learning Unit.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The key responsibilities of the transcriber include the following:

• Ability to listen and compile audio recordings during KII, IDI and FGDs sessions.
• Ability to create verbatim and accurate written versions of recordings.
• To review and edit transcriptions done by speech recognition software and identify any inconsistencies.
• Complete transcriptions on time and review drafts for any spelling, grammar, or formatting errors, as well as other inconsistencies.
• Communicating with the data collectors and supervisors when there are issues.
• Submit completed drafts to supervisors and correct any errors from their feedback.

Note: The role contributes to furthering MSI’s Vision: To create A WORLD IN WHICH EVERY BIRTH IS WANTED and its mission of ensuring the individual’s right to CHILDREN BY CHOICE NOT CHANCE. Work with the supervisor to finalise the survey work plan for the assigned health facilities. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• First degree in an or equivalent in any discipline is essential. 
• Previous experience in transcribing audio recordings is essential.
• Speaks, reads, and writes fluently in English, Hausa or local dialect required.
• Proven interest & commitment to humanitarian and development principles
• Must have a computer system and excellent computer application skills. Particularly MS Word and Excel.
• Must have a very good computer typing speed.
• Excellent oral communication skills.  
• Excellent attitude to learning, and patience with vulnerable populations including persons living with a disability. 
• Pro-choice.
• Team player.