Interpreter (Karachi, Pakistan)

Jing Hau; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 3,396,000 - 4,631,000; Full time

Job summary

Jing Hau in Karachi, Pakistan seeks an Interpreter on a contract basis to facilitate communication between English- and Urdu-speaking participants during meetings, conferences, and events.

The role demands accurate consecutive or simultaneous interpretation, strong listening and written skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while adapting quickly to technical terminology and different accents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics is preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English and Urdu; additional languages are a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Act as a bridge between individuals who speak different languages by interpreting conversations accurately and efficiently.
• Provide simultaneous or consecutive interpretation for business meetings, conferences, interviews, and other events.
• Translate written documents such as emails, reports, and contracts from one language to another.
• Ensure that the tone and context of the original message are accurately conveyed in the translated version.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards while interpreting sensitive information.
• Develop a thorough understanding of technical terminology related to your field of work.
• Collaborate with other interpreters and team members to ensure consistency and accuracy in translations.

Skills

English

Urdu

Education

Bachelor's degree in Linguistics

Job description

Position Overview

Interpreter (Karachi, Pakistan)

We are in need of a professional Interpreter to join our team in Karachi, Pakistan. As an Interpreter, you will be responsible for facilitating communication between individuals who speak different languages. This is a contract job with a competitive salary of 1300$. While previous experience is preferred, we are open to considering candidates without experience as long as they possess strong language skills and the ability to adapt quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a bridge between individuals who speak different languages by interpreting conversations accurately and efficiently.
• Provide simultaneous or consecutive interpretation for business meetings, conferences, interviews, and other events.
• Translate written documents such as emails, reports, and contracts from one language to another.
• Ensure that the tone and context of the original message are accurately conveyed in the translated version.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards while interpreting sensitive information.
• Develop a thorough understanding of technical terminology related to your field of work.
• Collaborate with other interpreters and team members to ensure consistency and accuracy in translations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Fluent in at least two languages including English and Urdu. Knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in all languages you are proficient in.
• Strong listening skills with the ability to understand various accents and dialects.
• Familiarity with cultural nuances and an understanding of how context can affect interpretation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality.

Benefits

As this is an urgent job opening, we offer immediate employment for the right candidate. We do not provide accommodation; therefore, applicants must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense. However, we offer competitive salary packages which will be discussed during the interview process.