Purpose of the role
The Linguist performs quality translation, copy edit tasks, and on-demand video tasks, and ensures that the work is performed at a satisfactorily high standard within the specified deadlines and quality level; ensures that the Language Process is being followed when executing all tasks.
Job Description
Performing on-demand translation tasks
Performing transcreation/translation/post-editing tasks
Performing other translation-related admin tasks
Managing project-related queries
Preparing, managing, and maintaining the language materials (including glossaries, Style Guides, and work instruction) up to quality standards and up to date
Interacting with clients on linguistic matters as required
Ensuring good interaction among team members and resolving questions on terminology and language matters
Participating in the development of new and improved working processes
Arbitrations/ RCA & LQE feedback (helping the team with filing arbitrations)
Achieving the goals set by the Swahili/ Hausa Team Lead
Qualifications
University degree in Linguist/Applied Languages.
Fluent in Swahili (native level), both written and spoken, and fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Being experienced as a translator in Mobile Apps, Search Engines, IT Consumer Products, Entertainment, Marketing, Software UI, and Websites is a plus.
Excellent feel for language (source/target).
Knowledge of terminology in the following subject matters IT consumer products, social media, and entertainment.
Thorough understanding of the localization process.
The excellent user experience of standard software, such as Windows and Office applications and standard CAT tools (e.g. SDL Studio, XTM).
Ability to learn new localization tools and applications quickly.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and translators.
Other Skills
Ability to work with tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability and willingness to train/teach others and pass on knowledge.
Ability to work within a remote team.
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