Luganda Interpreter

LanguageLine Solutions LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral program

Advancement opportunities within the,

Interpreter support

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions LLC is seeking a Luganda Interpreter who will provide remote interpretation services from the home office in the United States. This independent contractor role requires delivering accurate, culturally aware interpretations between Luganda and English across various industries, with emphasis on confidentiality and professionalism.

The position offers flexible work arrangements, training, and support from our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks, while requiring access to

Qualifications

• Fluency in Luganda and English with cultural awareness.
• Ability to assess regional accents for effective communication.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking for accurate interpretation.
• Maintain neutrality and handle sensitive topics professionally.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields preferred.
• Must be 18+ and legally eligible to work in the US.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Reading and writing in Luganda and English highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to interpreting sessions in a friendly, professional manner.
• Render accurate concepts per interpretation protocol with no omissions/additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages with proper pronunciation and etiquette.
• Maintain professionalism and calm during sessions, including emergencies.
• Stay punctual and available during work hours.
• Follow client instructions to meet expectations while protecting LEP rights.
• Understand terminology across industries (medical, finance, law).
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity in a diverse environment.
• Some calls may be emotional or long; provide required level of service.

Skills

Luganda fluency

Cultural competency

Active listening

Note-taking

Language-related education/experience

Adapt to technology

US work eligibility

High school diploma

Background check

Read/write Luganda & English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LanguageLine Solutions is Hiring! At LanguageLine, we strive for a world in which language and cultural barriers no longer exist. Use your language skills to dramatically improve the lives of limited-English speakers, as well as the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Even better, you can do this while working from your own home.

LanguageLine has been certified as a Great Place to Work, and is regularly listed as one of America's top work-from-home employers. Our interpreters serve clients across numerous industries, including health care, 911, first responders, education, government agencies, and all walks of business. As an interpreter, you will receive training that is the best in the industry. We'll ensure that you learn new skills while further developing your skillset. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement. You'll be in a certified ASTM and ISO environment. You'll also be supported by a Senior Language Specialist, as well as our Interpreter and Technology Help Desks.

Job Description

Work at Home Bilingual Luganda - English Phone Interpreter

Job Title: Luganda Interpreter

Location: Work at Home position in United States

Position: Phone Interpreter

Status: Independent Contractor

Pay: $0.65 - $0.80 per minute

We Offer

• Employee Referral Program.
• Advancement opportunities within the organization.
• Interpreter support.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment.
• This is an independent contractor position and therefore not eligible for employee benefits.

Position Overview

The Luganda Telephone Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand, and renders the meaning of conversations between Luganda and English speakers. The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries that LanguageLine Solutions serves: Healthcare, Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911. The interpreter processes information quickly, concisely and recognizes sensitive cultural differences. The interpreter is professional and courteous at all times and uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The interpreting sessions may involve simple or complex, technical or non-technical subjects. This position does not involve written translation however translators and other skilled linguists are encouraged to apply. The Interpreters translate verbally. This is a remote position. The Interpreter works from his/her home-office. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to the interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the interpreting sessions at all times.
• Remain calm during interpreting sessions in the event that one of the primary speakers is incoherent or upset, especially in emergency situations such as 911 calls.
• Maintain punctuality and availability during work hours.
• Follow client instructions, in compliance with protocol to ensure client expectations are met with the Limited English-speaking Person (LEP), avoiding interaction with the LEP without client's permission.
• Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including, but not limited to, Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Some calls may be highly emotional and/or stressful in nature. The interpreter may need to remain on a call for extended periods without breaks due to the nature of the call or may, at times experience high call volumes. The interpreter must have the ability to provide the required, company standards of service within this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Luganda and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics.
• Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to find ways of communicating with the LEP.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Ability to concentrate, stay detached from the conversation, remain neutral and objective at all times, and remain on calls that involve sensitive subjects such as end of life conversations, pregnancy termination, vaccinations, and matters concerning sexual orientation and/or gender expression.
• Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language assessment, translation or interpretation preferred.
• Must be able to adapt to any LLS technology enhancements that improve service delivery and meet client demands.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with LanguageLine Solutions (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates who are currently employed by a client of LanguageLine Solutions or an affiliated LanguageLine Solutions business may not be eligible for consideration.
• Ability to read and write the requested languages - highly preferred.
• Based on your location, a post-offer, a pre-employment background check and/or drug screen may be required

Technical Requirements

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes.
  • Desktop / Laptop Computers with any of the following Operating Systems: Windows, MacOS, or ChromeOS.
  • Tablets (iPadOS or Android) are acceptable.
  • Smartphones (iOS or Android) are also acceptable.
• Restricted brands:
  • Kaspersky products.
  • Huawei hardware.
• High speed Internet connection for work related electronic communication. This internet connection should provide download speeds of no less than 5 Mbps, upload speeds of 3 Mbps, Ping value of no more than 300 ms, Jitter value of no more than 30 ms.
• Must have access to a quiet space free from background noise or distraction.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse and remain in a stationary position in front of a computer the majority of the workday.
• Must be able to operate company provided software and systems to perform all aspects of the