Position Title: Translators

Department: NA

Division: N/A 

Reports to: N/A

Direct Reports: N/A 

Level: NA

Based in: NA 

Required number: Pool

Duration of contract: Based on Ad-Hoc assignments 

Remuneration: Based on Organization’s rate (per page)

Vacancy advertised date: August 27, 2024

Application Deadline: September 9, 2024

Who we are? 

We’re Population Services International (PSI), the world’s leading non‐profit social marketing organization. We work to make it easier for people in the developing world to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire by marketing affordable products and services that range from mosquito nets to contraceptives to HIV testing. We are a $560m enterprise based in Washington, DC, operating in the private and public sectors in more than 65 countries. 

Join us! 

There are over 9,000 “PSI’ers” around the world. It’s a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals with an unusually wide range of backgrounds - from the medical industry to the music business - all with unique skills we bring to the job. 

PSI/Ethiopia wants to reimagine healthcare, put the consumer at the center, and whenever possible, bring quality care to the front door. We achieve health impact in Ethiopia by working with both government and private partners and harvesting technology innovation to bring quality care closer to communities, schools, and homes. We empower consumers by including them in the design of healthcare solutions, offering them more healthcare choices, and helping them to have a voice in influencing national priorities. We work with all market actors in the health system to understand their needs, designing and delivering solutions so that market systems can sustainably serve consumers for the long term, helping to support the Government of Ethiopia in achieving Universal Health Coverage. 

We are looking for 

Local Language Translators for Amharic, Afan Oromo, Somali, Tigrigna, Sidamigna, Gamo, Gofa, Guragigna, Siltigna, Afarigna, Wolaytigna, Gedio, and Hadiya, languages to support the research and social behavior change communication development operation for different programs of PSI Ethiopia. We are seeking skilled Translators to accurately interpret written material in various local languages to English while preserving their original meaning, format, and tone. The list of local languages corresponds to the operation locations of PSI Ethiopia, currently. 

As a Translator, your responsibilities will include carefully reading and comprehending the context of the given material, utilizing specialized dictionaries and translation tools, and meticulously proofreading the final translations. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail and fluency in local language as well as English. The candidate is expected to deliver high-quality translated content that aligns with PSI Ethiopia’s Research and Evidence requirements and enables us to effectively engage a selected set of audience. If you possess strong linguistic abilities and a passion for language, we encourage you to join our pool of professional translators and work with us to bring about a better health service delivery in Ethiopia.

Job Responsibilities 

• Read given material and research industry-specific terminology

• Ensure translated content conveys original meaning and tone

• Prepare subtitles for videos and online presentations

• Cross-reference specialized dictionaries and translation tools to check quality of translation

• Proofread translated texts for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy

• Follow up with PSI Ethiopia’s team members to ensure translation meets their needs

• Proactively cooperate for payment facilitation and deliverable clearance. 

Job Requirements

• A BA degree from a recognized university in Social sciences, humanities, or other general disciplines with at least 2 years of work experience

• Fluency in any of the local languages like Amharic, Afan Oromo, Somali, Tigrigna, Sidamigna, Gamo, Gofa, Guragigna, Siltigna, Afarigna, Wolaytigna, Gedio, and Hadiya 

• Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling and punctuation errors for local languages

• Writing skills in each of2 the local languages 

How To Apply

Are you intrigued? Apply!

By following our 3 steps application process:

1. Fill out the application form using the following link: Online Application Form. It will only take 5 to 10 minutes.

2. Send your CV, sample work and application letter to recruitment@psiet.org clearly mark “Application for Translator Position” in the subject line.

3. Check your email and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your CV and sample work. If you don’t receive the automatic response, check again your subject line and if needed, re-submit your CV and application letter with the correct subject.

Application deadline is September 9, 2024. We’ll call or e-mail you back if there is a good fit on both sides.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.