Overview:
IBTCI is currently implementing a USAID-funded Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) that covers a period of five years, from 2014-2019. SPSS is planning to conduct monitoring and verification of approximately 500 site visits being implemented by USAID implementing partners in Somalia from October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018. In preparation for this exercise, SPSS is seeking the services of qualified and experienced consultant to provide support in translation of data collection tools. The translator will be part of the IBTCI-SPSS verification team, helping to deliver timely, well-translated data collection tools to be used to conduct interviews in Somalia by field monitors.
Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be expected to execute the following tasks:
Thoroughly review and understand the core text and context of SPSS’ monitoring and verification data collection tools and protocols.
Translate the data collection tools – the consultant will study the paper versions of each of the data collection tools that have been written in English, study the scripted version, and translate the paper versions of the tool from English to Somali.
Participate in internal content review and audit of the translated data collection tools, ensuring that the translations are easy to use for the field monitors.
Respond to SPSS feedback to correct, enhance or otherwise revise completed translations within defined timelines.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrable experience in translation with strong experience in research, monitoring and evaluation
Impeccable English language skills with the ability to write succinctly, coherently and effectively, with a very strong attention to detail
Excellent knowledge of the localized dialects in each of the regions of Somalia
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work methodically with large volume of data, and large numbers of reports
Ability to produce consistent quality products under tightly-defined deadlines
Practical experience in survey tool development
Knowledge of USAID style guidelines is desirable
Minimum Requirements:
At least three years of experience in translation, particularly of the localized dialects in each of the regions of Somalia
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work methodically with large volume of data and large numbers of reports
At least three years of practical experience in program development, monitoring and evaluation work
Expert knowledge of the Somali context and language
Education:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences, Humanities or other relevant field. A Master’s Degree is a plus.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Travel: International travel may be required.

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