INTERPRETER – SETSWANA N000700: HALF DAY POSITION
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The purpose of this position is to provide efficient work regarding all Setswana translations and interpreting.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Promoting Setswana in particular African languages generally by translation, interpreting, editing and language advisory services in Setswana.
2. Providing quality Setswana Translation, interpreting, editing services.
3. Setswana Terminology Development.
4. Editing of Setswana documents.
Minimum requirements
· A relevant Degree in Setswana, African Language, Translations, Linguistics, and Interpreting
· A minimum of 2 years’ experience
RECOMMENDATIONS:
· Accreditation with the South African Translators' Institute (SATI).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Knowledge and experience of translation from English to Setswana
· Knowledge and experience of translation from Setswana to English.
· Knowledge and experience of editing Setswana documents.
· Knowledge and experience of interpreting from English into Setswana
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Competency in Setswana
· 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 level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Keaobaka Seshoka, Tel: 018 299 4700
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951
CLOSING DATE: 05 April 2024
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of 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.
