Translator at SWAKOP URANIUM

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To translate speeches and/or official documents from English to Mandarin and vice versa and provide administration support to the Board.

 Key Performance Areas:

• Execute tasks relevant to internal and external communications as directed.
• Attend to public relations projects as needed or required.
• Analyse words expressed through verbal/oral communication in one language and interpret them using another language.
• Interpret messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages by listening to the speaker’s statements to determine meanings and to prepare interpretation.
• Maintain message content, context and meaning as much as possible.
• Assimilate the speaker’s words quickly, including jargon and acronyms.
• Prepare paperwork and agenda before meetings or speeches.
• Adhere to the professional code of ethics to ensure confidentiality and impartiality.
• Act as a liaison between SU and CGN/URC on all matters pertaining to board meetings.
• Translate Board Meeting packs for the Board Chairman and concerned Board members.
• Provide assistance with board preparation, and post board meeting activities.

Requirements and experience:

• Grade 12.
• Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics or Bachelor degree in Communication or related field.
• 5 years’ experience as an Interpreter/Translator of English and Mandarin.
• Experience in board secretarial duties and administration.
• Valid Code B/BE Driver’s License.