A Translation Company based in Nairobi requires to fill the following positions:
Proficiency in IT and web designFluency in Somali language both written and spoken Fluency in Arabic will be an added advantage. Send your CVs before 18/01/2013 to: eatjobs@hotmail.com

Program Description: The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and University of Washington (UW). It is a dynamic, comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment program in Kenya. The goal of the study is to understand the mental health care needs of HIV+ women affected by Gender based violence (GBV), served by FACES, with particular attention to the impact of emotional distress on ARV adherence and HIV outcomes. This is a study in itself, but will also serve the practical purpose of providing needs assessment, on which we plan to base the adaptation and piloting of a locally delivered mental health treatment.
Position: Transcriber / Translator (two positions) Diploma in Community Health and Development or relevant field from a recognized institution required. Bachelors’ degree qualifications preferred.Experience in research set up required.Must be fluent in understanding and transcribing Dholuo,Swahili or English languages.Must have ability to follow instructions and procedures properly.Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to work in a team is essential.Job Summary: The incumbent will be answerable to the Research Coordinator and will be responsible for transcribing recorded interview content in local language, and translating into English manuscripts during the period they are in the study. The contract period for employment will be one month, starting October and ending November 2012.
 Transcribe content from in-depth interviews in local language (Dholuo or Swahili)Transcribing and translation of audio files to English and uploading to UCSF REDcapParticipation in staff training (human subjects review, in-depth interview skills, and interview skills building)Offering interpretation services during participants screening /enrolment or when conducting mental status exams Perform other duties as may be assigned by managementApplications should include the following:A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current/last salary and date available to work on the projectA current CV with the names and telephone contacts of at least 2 refereesAt least two letters of reference preferably from a previous employersCopies of academic and professional certificatesAn email address and a telephone number (land line or mobile).All applications must be delivered electronically to HR @kemri-ucsf.org or posted so as to reach the following address by 2nd October 2012.
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
FACES - Nyanza
P.O Box 614- 40100, Kisumu
Tel: (057) 2021036 Fax: 2021945
Faces@kemri-ucsf.org
Lumumba Health Centre, Agoi Road. Kisumu Centre for Microbiology Research

Job opening for Kenyan citizens with Mandarin skills needed to translate video voice-overs, advertising material, menus, pamphlets, signage etc. Should have any one of the following qualifications:

- HSK proficiency

- Degree in Chinese Language & Culture
- Degree in Chinese Translation & Interpretation
- Attended graduate/undergraduate studies taught fully in Chinese

Candidates should be based right here in Kenya or returning to Kenya within a few weeks/months.

Call 0734675246 or send CV listing Mandarin language skills & date of availability to:
chinese.business.trainers@gmail.com

FilmAid International (FilmAid Kenya) invites qualified Kenyan applications to fill the above position on a part time basis.

FilmAid will accept applications from either translator of Kiswahili and Somali separately though individuals conversant with both languages will have an added advantage.

FilmAid International is a non-governmental organization that uses film to promote health, strengthen communities and enrich the lives of the world’s vulnerable and uprooted.

FilmAid is currently implementing programmes in Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya.

Project Background/Description:

FilmAid International in conjunction with Sundance Institute and Film FORWARD is partnering to host a Film Festival in Kakuma, Dadaab and Nairobi as part of advancing cultural dialogue. Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization that discovers and supports independent film and theatre artists from the U.S. and around the world, and introduces audiences to their new work.

The collaboration will see a series of films by Sundance Institute/Film FORWARD and FilmAid showcased during this period. The films will be show to refugee and local audiences in Kenya who are mainly Somali, Swahili and English speakers.

Responsibilities:

Translate scripts from English to Kiswahili and Somali
Work closely with the production consultant and voice actors to produce voice-overs in Swahili and or Somali
Work with a video editor and production consultant to ensure that translations are represented correctly in videos through subtitles and voice over dubbing
Translate a video facilitation manual from English into Kiswahili and Somali
Knowledge of Somali and or Swahili languagePrevious experience in translation of written material (present sample during interview)
Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Availability at short notice
Commitment to humanitarian principles and actionPlease email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 17th June 2011 to: jobskenya@filmaid.org

Applications to be submitted through email only

Only short-listed candidates will be notified

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The Bible Society of Kenya (BSK) is a nonsectarian, nondenominational organization that serves all Christian Churches, Christian Church Organizations and Christian Individuals by providing them with the Word of God.

Our mandate is to share the Good News of Jesus Christ by Translating, Producing, Distributing and encouraging the use of Holy Scriptures.

To effectively serve our mandate and to ensure the consistent delivery of quality programs, we are looking for mature, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the position of Revisers for Maasai Bible (3) and Translators for Teso Bible (3).

The successful candidates will be responsible for the accurate revision of the present Maasai Bible and translation of Teso Bible respectively in relation to the original Hebrew and Greek texts. The translation offices will be located within the Maa speaking region and Teso speaking region.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in linguistics or theology or its equivalent from a recognized university or theological institution. A degree in translation studies will be an added advantage.At least two years study of Greek and/or Hebrew language is an added advantage.KCSE aggregate average of C+ or its equivalent with a credit in English.Minimum age of 25 years.Good knowledge in speaking and writing Maa language for Maasai Bible Revision and Teso language for translators of the Teso Bible.Lay or ordained committed Christians from the Protestant and Catholic faith who fully participate in their churches.Applications in own hand writing with CV, copies of Certificates and testimonials which should include a letter of recommendation from your Church Priest/Pastor enclosed, giving three referees, one of whom should be the Candidate’s Priest should be sent to:

The General Secretary
Bible Society of Kenya
P.O. Box 72983 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

E-mail: hr@biblesociety-kenya.org

So as to reach her not later than 5th November 2010

Please indicate your telephone number for the office, house and cell phone number.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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