Translator: German - Swahili

(ON A TEMPORARY BASIS)

The Goethe-Institut e. V. is the worldwide cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We promote the learning of the German language abroad and perpetuate international cultural cooperation. Moreover, we strive to paint a realistic picture of Germany through information about the cultural, societal and political life.

In the new project “Living and Working in Germany” of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) of the European Union, we support East Africans who are moving permanently to Germany to work there. We provide vital information and networks to facilitate the migration process. The integration begins in the country of origin. Our countries of focus are Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. The program seeks to translate content for our web presence.

To translate short web articles for the AMIF-Programme (approx 35,000 words)we are looking for: experienced transators: German - Kiswahili
Jan –2025 with possibility of reappointment for future tasks

Your profile:
  • Bachelor‘s degree in German Studies/ Kiswahili Studies/ Translation Studies
  •  Proven experience of at least 2 years in translation
  •  German C2 or native speaker
  •  Kiswahili native speaker
  •  Excellent written communication in German and Swahili
  •  Keen attention to detail and can work error-free
If you are interested, kindly send your credentials 
  • CV
  •  Certifications
  • Work samples and social media/web presence
  •  Cover letter
 in a single merged pdf, max 3 pages using the quotation form below.

We look forward to receiving your application. Kindly include expected remuneration.
If this opportunity speaks to you, send your application to Agnes.Opondo.@goethe.de, cc Elizabeth.Mairura@goethe.de, on or before 25th November 2024

Thank you for your understanding that we shall only contact shortlisted candidates.
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