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Rohingya Interpreter

US Remote · Contract

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About the role

  • The Rohingya Video-Telephone- Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand, and renders the meaning of conversations between Rohingya and English speakers.
  • The interpreter breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries that

Responsibilities

  • Interpreter support.
  • Deliver audio and video interpretation services and expediently type data on a dedicated device, such as a laptop, desktop computer, mobile phone, or tablet, in order to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the interpreting sessions at all times.
  • Maintain punctuality and availability during scheduled work hours.

Requirements

  • Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse and remain in a stationary position in front of a computer and webcam the majority of the workday.
  • Must be able to operate company provided software and systems to perform all aspects of the job.
  • Must have sufficient manual dexterity to type or write.

Nice to have

  • Respond to interpreting sessions promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Participate in online, video and audio training sessions.
  • 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.
  • Remain calm during the interpreting sessions in the event that one of the primary speakers is incoherent or upset, especially in emergency situations such as 911 calls.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
  • Some calls may be highly emotional and/or stressful in nature.

Skills

  • 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.
  • Must have access to a quiet space free from background noise or distraction.

Compensation

  • $23 - $25 per hour.
  • Compensation will not be less than any applicable state or local minimum wage.
  • The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Benefits

  • The Interpreter works from his/her home-office.
  • Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including, but not limited to, Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
  • Healthcare, Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911.

Equal opportunity

  • Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race. color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.
  • VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.
  • The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race. color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States.
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