Mandarin Freelance Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading communication solutions provider is seeking a remote interpreter to facilitate communication between MANDARIN and English speakers. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of interpretation experience, excellent listening and retention skills, and the ability to explain cultural concepts. This position allows for remote work from home and offers ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and competency opportunities

Monthly payments

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred.
• Ability to explain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to interpretation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between MANDARIN and English speakers.
• Ensure a quiet & secure environment for interpretation.
• Use tools like note pads and glossaries to aid interpretation.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in MANDARIN

Excellent listening skills

Retention and note-taking skills

Tools

Computer or Laptop

USB Wired headset

Webcam

Job description

LANGUAGE

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between MANDARIN and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications

• Fluency in English and MANDARIN
• Minimum 2-year interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client.

Technical & VRI Requirements

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection
• At a minimum, download speeds of 20 Mbps and upload speeds of 10 Mbps
• Webcam
• Backdrop; use a contrasting, solid color like royal blue, charcoal, or bright green.

Additional information

• Proficiency/Bilingual/Native level of English and target language.
• Remote position, interpreter works from his/her home office
• Ongoing training and competency opportunities
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate
• Based on your location, language testing, background check and/or drug screen may be required