Oct/Nov 2017 Busara Center Transcribers (Somali Speaking) Jobs
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Busara Center for Behavioral Economics
Job Title: Transcribers (Somali Speaking)
Deadline to Apply: 3rd November 2017
Location: Nairobi
Eligibility: Open to locals only
Busara Center for Behavioral Economics is a research organization that seeks to improve the understanding of how people living in poverty make decisions and to leverage that knowledge to produce better social outcomes.
It enables researchers to conduct rigorous laboratory-based studies in behavioral economics in a developing country and applying the outcomes of research to real-world problems.
Key Requirements:
Required
- Must be fluent in English (written, verbal), Somali (written, verbal),
- Basic computer knowledge and skills (mandatory)
- 1-2 years working experience
- Keenness for details/detail oriented
Desired
- College Diploma
- Past working experience in media and script development
- Past experience in translating and transcribing
- Have the following qualities: are diligent and organized, have a positive attitude, are active and respectful listeners, have strong interpersonal skills,
- Typing Skills (minimum typing speed of 30 WPM.)
- Able to work with minimal supervision/autonomously
General Interpreter Duties
- Translate Somali scripts to English quickly and accurately
- Translate comments and notes from script editing process
- Add input to the script editing process regarding the Somali context
- Translate developed English survey instruments to Somali
- Translating and transcribing recorded interviews.
- Translating and back-translating protocols and interviews
Hiring Duration: 1 Month
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to jobs@busaracenter.org and ensure that the subject line reads: “Transcriber: REF NO: BU-2017-24-10”.
Only online applications shall be considered.