Freealance Karen US-Based Interpreter

Society for Conservation Biology; Town of Abrams (WI); Remote; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in conservation is seeking a US-Based Interpreter fluent in KAREN and English. This remote position involves facilitating communication in a professional manner, requiring excellent listening and note-taking skills. Candidates should have at least three years of interpretation experience, with ongoing training opportunities available.

Benefits

Ongoing training and competency opportunities

Monthly payments

Flexible remote work from home

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of interpretation experience preferred.
• Ability to explain cultural concepts to prevent miscommunication.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in communication.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating communication between KAREN and English speakers.
• Ensuring a quiet & secure environment for interpretation.
• Rendering correct concepts according to established protocols.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in KAREN

Excellent listening skills

Retention and note taking skills

Tools

Computer or Laptop

USB Wired headset

Stable wired internet connection

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Consultancy/Private Sector Field Conservation science Discipline Biology Salary Type Salary Employment Type Full time

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLANGUAGE: Karen US-Based Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between KAREN 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 KAREN
• Minimum 3-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 Requirements:

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection

Additional information:

• 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**

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