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LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER: ENGLISH – TRANSLATION UNIT

Reference: TM/3016/2017
Package: 447298
Position Type: Permanent
Closing date: 6th October 2017

LANGUAGE SERVICES SECTION

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing error-free Hansard/ and non-Hansard translations/and Interpreting Services to the Houses and Committees of Parliament.

Key Performance Areas Include: 

  • Translation, editing and reporting 
  • Interpreting 
  • Proofreading 
  • Terminology development.

Minimum Requirements: 

  • Applicants must be in possession of a Degree or Diploma in Languages and 3 years’ relevant experience.

Skills Requirements: 

  • Proficiency in English 
  • Sound communication translation and editing skills (oral and written) 
  • Computer literacy (MSWord, Internet and Email) 
  • Willingness to work long hours 
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure in executing the responsibilities of the post.

CLOSING DATE: 6 October 2017 at 16:30

Remuneration comprises a cost-to-company package, which incorporates all the large company benefits. The Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a performance agreement.

Forward your covering letter and CV, containing full personal and career details, certified copies of Qualifications and ID and three contactable employment referees to Section Manager: Organisational Resourcing, at recruitmentkis@parliament.gov.za, clearly reflecting the reference number and name of the position you are applying for in all communication.

PLEASE NOTE: The subject line of your email must clearly indicate the reference number and the name of the position. Candidates who do not submit the supporting documentation, as requested, will not be considered for this position.

Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a positive security clearance by the South African Police Services and /or State Security Agency (SSA), citizenship, qualification checks and competency-based assessments.

Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not receive any response within two months of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Regret correspondence will only be with the interviewed candidates.