Avis de recrutement : Translator/ Traducteur

DENIS & LENORA FORETIA FOUNDATION IS HIRING A TRANSLATOR – TRADUCTEUR

ABOUT THE POSITION

This full-time position will be based at the Cameroon country office of the Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation in Yaoundé. The mission of The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is to catalyze Cameron’s and Africa’s socio-economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and technology, innovation, public health and the implementation of progressive policies that together creates economic opportunities for all.

Job description:

We are seeking a highly diligent, confident candidate for the role of Translator. The Translator will be responsible for the accurate translation of documents and emails, as well as attending meetings in which live translations/interpretations are needed. The position comes with great responsibility, as the translator will be responsible for translating all documents, letters and articles from English to French and vice versa.

Key responsibilities

Provide accurate translations of all texts.

Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials.

Liaise with colleagues and subject matter experts in order to understand specialised concepts and translate them appropriately while ensuring that translations are true to the original meaning.

Able to use online translation tools for additional assistance with translation

Attend meetings to translate discussions.

Continually take language fluency assessments to certify fluency.Key Qualifications and Skills

Must have a degree in Translation from a recognised institution of higher learning;

The ability to grasp new concepts quickly, eg technical terms

A clear writing style with an impeccable knowledge of spelling and grammar

Attention to detail

Fluency in both English and French

IT skills

The ability to build good relationships.

Must be able to work independently against deadlines;

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure