Oromo Interpreter and Document Translator

Job Description

Oromo- English Interpreter/Translator is an independent contractor, work-from-home position. The Remote Interpreter/Translator would be responsible for servicing video interpretation and phone interpretation appointments on an as-needed basis. The contractor may also be asked to complete document translations, proofreading and/or formatting on an as-needed basis and may be asked to do language assessments of other Oromo speakers as well. A good understanding of Microsoft Word and PDF.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Video Interpretation: interpreting verbal Oromo <-> verbal English via our online video interpretation system (previous interpretation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

• Phone Interpretation: interpreting verbal Oromo <-> verbal English via contractor's personal phone (previous interpretation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

• Document Translation: translating English documents into written... Oromo via Lexikeet's online system (previous translation experience preferred, however we will provide on-the-job training)

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
? Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking both the source and target languages. (Oromo-Enlglish)
? Native or near-native fluency in the target language preferred.

• High spoken English and Oromo

• Medium to high computer ability.

• Committed to being on-time for all assignments.

• Self-motivated & self-organized.

• Quiet home environment (this is a work-from-home position)

• (for phone interpretation) Home access to a phone

• (for video interpretation) Home access to a smart phone, Chromebook, laptop or desktop (must have webcam, mic, and speaker)

• (if chosen for document translation) Ability to type Oromo

• Minimum home internet speed of 2 Mbps Upload and 20 Mbps Download (test your speed at https://speedof.me)

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Schedule:
? Day shift
? Monday to Friday

Language:
? English (Required)
? Oromo (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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