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Independent Contractor/ Translator

Amman

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Amman
  • Grade: Junior level - Junior
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Translations and Languages
    • Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Closing Date: Closed

Requisition ID: req5367

Job Title: Independent Contractor/ Translator

Sector: Monitoring & Evaluation

Employment Category: Consultant

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Amman, Jordan

Job Description

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work today in around 30 countries, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

SCOPE OF WORK:

Assist the Protection, ERD and health programs in translate daily, weekly and monthly reports

Deliverables:

Reads through or listens to material in one language, ascertains understanding of the meaning and context of that material, and converts it into a second language (Arabic-English)

Making sure to preserve the original meaning

Ensure translated content conveys original meaning and tone

Proofread translated texts for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy

Consults and follow up with internal team members to ensure translation meets their needs and to understand the concepts and translate them appropriately

Edit content with an eye toward maintaining its original format (e.g. font and structure)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Work experience as a Translator or similar role
  • Fluency in English languages in addition to the native language (Arabic)
  • Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors
  • Good knowledge of content editing tools
  • Time-management skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT / term of payment:

This service contractor is based in Amman with standard office work environment (8:30am – 5:00 pm) with daily payment (30 JOD) and it is required signed timesheet.


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