PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient work regarding all Sesotho translations and interpreting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Promoting Sesotho in particular and African languages generally by translation, interpreting, editing and language advisory services in Sesotho:

• Enhance the quality of education and communication at the NWU by utilising the language support services in Sesotho throughout the NWU. It is done by Translation, interpreting, editing and language advisory services provided to support services and academic articulations, thus enhancing the quality of education: translation and editing of study guides, daily operational and secretarial documentation, staff communications, inter-and intranet texts, etc.; interpreting in all internal and external spheres of the institution.

Providing quality Sesotho Translation, interpreting, editing services:

• Offering translation, interpreting, editing, and language advisory services as well as support services and academic articulations.

• Translate and edit translated terminology lists of identified modules to promote African languages.

Editing of Sesotho documents:

• Consistently performing editorial tasks, enhancing the quality of communication by correct spelling, grammar, vocabulary, register, style, etc.

• A relevant degree in Sesotho, African Language, Translation, Linguistics, and Interpreting with specialisation in Applied Linguistics, Translation Studies, Interpreting Studies, African Languages Studies (NQF level 7) or related qualification.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 2  years’ experience as a Language Practitioner.

RECOMMENDATION

• Accreditation by the SA Translators' Institute (SATI) in one of the language practice fields for which SATI accreditations are offered, namely translation, interpreting, text editing or terminography.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and experience of translation from English to Sesotho.
• Knowledge and experience of translation from Sesotho to English.
• Knowledge and experience of editing Sesotho documents.
• Knowledge of editing English Documents.
• Knowledge and experience of interpreting from English into Sesotho.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Competency in Sesotho.
• Competency in English.
• Knowledge and experience in translation, interpreting and editing.
• Good interpersonal relationships.
• Effective time management.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the advertised appointment level and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. 

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Dr. Keaobaka Seshoka on 018 299 4700

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:   Mr. Rabs Diratsagae on 018 299 4797

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                    13 November 2024

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

Kindly note that applications must be submitted online through the official news vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. 

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.