Job Details

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Translator to support our fieldwork in Central Province. The Translator will be responsible for facilitating communication between team members and local communities by providing accurate and detailed translations. The role involves translating conversations from English, Nyanja, and Lenje.

Who you will be working for?

World Vision and iDE Partnership.

iDE and World Vision believe that a partnership between the two organizations will enable sustainable progress and attract crucial investments in the WASH sector. With iDE’s strong evidence base, appropriate product and service offerings, and deep understanding of local markets, combined with World Vision’s extensive experience and reach, they are confident in achieving significant gains in coverage. Both organizations recognize the urgency of meeting the SDGs and are committed to rethinking conventional approaches and maximizing the value of their respective strengths through collaboration.

What you will be doing:

• Provide word-by-word translations to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the content.
• Language Translation: Accurately translate spoken conversations between English, Nyanja, Lenje or other local languages in the Central Province.
• Act as a word-by-word translator during meetings, interviews, and interactions with local community members, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
• Collaborate with fieldwork teams to assist in data collection and interviews, and other project-related activities.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness when translating to ensure effective communication and respect for local customs.

Innovation through Human-centered design.

• Be part of the design team supporting in research, prototyping and testing
• Join the analysis and synthesis session after the fieldwork in Country or other provinces

The type of experience that we are looking for:

• Proficiency in English, Nyanja, and Lenje languages.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in all required languages.
• Previous experience as a translator or interpreter in a similar role is preferred.
• Cultural sensitivity and understanding of local customs and traditions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic fieldwork environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing accurate translations.
• BONUS POINTS if you are experienced in:
  • working in the social innovation and consultancy work

Ideally, we would love to find someone that:

• Is highly professional, responsible and accountable for
• Is passionate, positive, dynamic, curious and caring person
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Is driven by a social mission
• Has cultural sensitivity and respect towards unfamiliar contexts
• Has a flexible mindset, is agile, adaptive and proactive, and at the same time takes into account their capacity, deadlines and limitations
• Can embrace uncertainty and manage stress

Diversity Statement:

iDE takes pride in our talented and diverse workforce. Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Hiring, promotion, and compensation of employees are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Would you like to apply?

1. CV
2. Cover Letter

Work Timeline:

Approximately 6-8 weeks over the span of 4 months (October to January), with availability to participate in 3 fieldworks totaling 7 weeks in the Central province

Deadline to Apply: Sep 13, 2024

Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted.