Transcriptionist and Translator 81 views1 application

About Frontieri: Frontieri Consult PLC, based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and with a Branch Office in Berlin, Germany, is one of the leading consulting firms in Ethiopia. The firm was established in 2008 primarily to undertake consultancy assignments in the areas of development and growth in several disciplines to governmental and non-governmental organizations, as well as and bilateral and multilateral institutions.

Frontieri Consult, as a company for talented people with different backgrounds and perspectives, has brought together competent professionals and works in partnership with scholars across the country and abroad.

Currently, Frontieri Consult PLC is seeking to hire transcriptionist and translator to join our fast growing company, Frontieri Consult PLC. You will listen to audio files and type the contents into digital documents or convert them into text format. The ideal candidate should have excellent listening and typing skills as well as be a self-starter. In particular, applicant should have native or bi-lingual language proficiency in one or either of Amharic, Afan Oromo, Af-somali, Qafaraf, Sidaamu Afoo, Wolayta, Kambatisa and other Ethiopian languages.

The role will work across a range of projects in the organization and therefore effective working relationships will need to be formed with various internal teams and external stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Listen to recordings and transcribe those recordings to text files

• Ensure accuracy of the transcribed text

• Understand details of client requirements regarding formatting and notation
• Complete transcriptions in a timely manner, reviewing grammar, punctuation and spelling prior to submission
• Remain familiar with the latest transcription software and recommend upgrades or enhancements if necessary;
• Correct any errors or inaccuracies in a timely manner
• Ensure typing skills are honed and remain sharp by completing typing drills on a regular basis

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in English, Literature, Sociology, Law, Public Health or other related field.
• 3 years and above work experience in transcription and translation.
• Fluency in English or the preferred language.
• Translators/transcriptionist is encouraged to have legitimate trade license for appropriate taxation purpose.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to type quickly and accurately while proofreading

• Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills

• Excellent verbal communication, listening, and computer skills

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

• Ability to work with a variety of people and personalities

• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating system