Afghanistan: Translator (STTA) Afghanistan Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity (AMELA) Kabul, Afghanistan

Translator (STTA)

Afghanistan Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Activity (AMELA)

Kabul, Afghanistan

Project Summary:

The purpose of AMELA is to provide monitoring, evaluation, and learning support services/assistance to strengthen the implementation of USAID development programs in Afghanistan, and to build the technical M&E knowledge and skills of USAID/Afghanistan Mission staff and stakeholders. The services provided under AMELA will contribute to supporting USAID/Afghanistan as an effective development organization with strong learning and adaptive management processes.

**Please note: Only Afghan citizens are eligible for this position

Position Summary:

MSI is currently seeking experienced translators under AMELA to support a variety of translation needs for multiple evaluations. The translators will work with the Evaluation Lead/Deputy Lead and AMELA Assignment Manager to translate transcripts from Pashto and Dari to English and vice versa. The period of the engagement under this short-term technical assistance (STTA) for translation needs will not exceed 90 calendar days; the number of days paid will vary based on each contract.

Responsibilities:

• Translate AMELA project materials and other contents;

• Ensure that the translation text is technically, linguistically and grammatically correct, error free;

• Ensure that the text meets high quality standards and would not need further editing after completion of translation;

• Ensure the translated content conveys the original meaning and tone

• As needed, research technical terminology and phraseology pertinent to the assigned task to ensure capturing the intended meaning;

• Professionally translate contents from from/to English, Pashto and Dari;

• Provide accurate and timely translation to the satisfaction of AMELA management;

• Meet stipulated deadlines in within each work order.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of relevant experience in transcript and audio translation;

• Bachelors degree in literature, sociology, economics, law, language, political science or other relevant field;

• Experience working with USAID and/or other international donors preferred;

• Exceptional written and oral Pashto, Dari, and English language skills required;

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office;

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

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