*Remote* Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama)

MCIS Language Solutions; Toronto; Remote; CAD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free online training module

Opportunity to work from home

Job summary

A leading language services provider in Canada is seeking a Remote Freelance Interpreter fluent in English and Barka (Berka) Kunama. Responsibilities include providing professional interpretation in various community settings and ensuring cultural sensitivity. Ideal candidates will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to read and translate documents. This part-time, casual role offers flexible remote working arrangements and requires legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Barka (Berka) Kunama (both written and spoken).
• Ability to read and interpret written documents accurately.
• Must have reliable transportation and eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation between English and Barka (Berka) Kunama.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness in diverse communities.
• Translate written materials like application forms and medical records.
• Support communities by breaking down linguistic barriers.
• Travel to assignment locations as needed.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Barka (Berka) Kunama

Excellent interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Commitment to service

Job description

Remote Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama)

Position: Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama)
Organization: MCIS Language Solutions
Locations: Remote (travel to assignments as needed)

Pay

Base: CA$20.00/hr - CA$25.00/hr (based on experience and assignment type).

Job Type

Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Key Responsibilities

• Interpretation: Provide accurate, clear, and professional interpretation between English and Barka (Berka) Kunama in community settings, including healthcare, legal, and other high‑pressure environments.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrate cultural awareness when working with diverse communities, ensuring meaning and tone are faithfully conveyed while respecting cultural nuances.
• Reading and Oral Translation: Read and orally translate written materials such as application forms, medical records, or legal documents.
• Facilitating Access to Services: Support vulnerable populations by breaking down linguistic barriers in crucial interactions.
• Travel: Travel to assignment locations as required; must have reliable transportation.
• Remote Assignments: Handle over‑the‑phone or video interpretation assignments; can work from home where applicable.
• Professionalism and Confidentiality: Maintain high professionalism and confidentiality while interpreting sensitive information.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and Barka (Berka) Kunama (both written and spoken).
• Reading Proficiency: Ability to read and interpret written documents accurately.
• Soft Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and a commitment to service.
• Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations as needed; reliable transportation.
• Legal Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Training and Support

• Training: New interpreters receive a free online training module, which must be completed before work.
• Experienced Interpreters: Experience and certification in community interpreting welcomed.

At MCIS Language Solutions, we pride ourselves on creating opportunities for interpreters to have a meaningful impact by helping bridge the language gap in communities across Canada.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to become part of our interpreter roster and help us support diverse communities! If you are applying through Indeed, please submit your application through this link: https://mcislanguages.applytojobs.ca/interpretation/40002