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Translators at Chemonics International Inc.

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Chemonics International Inc.

Chemonics International Inc, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks the following long-term positions for the USAID Next Generation Early Grade Reading Activity (NextGen) in Malawi. The $75 million activity aims to solidify and build on the contributions made to date as part of the implementation of Malawi’s National Reading Program (NRP) towards improving the delivery of high-quality early primary reading instruction in all Malawian primary schools. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Application Instructions:

To apply for any of the below positions, please submit a CV and application and select your position of interest on the form. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

We are currently seeking qualified professionals for the following positions:

Positions

Chemonics International Inc, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks the following short-term consultants for the USAID Next Generation Early Grade Reading Activity (NextGen) in Malawi. The $75 million activity aims to solidify and build on the contributions made to date as part of the implementation of Malawi’s National Reading Program (NRP) towards improving the delivery of high-quality early primary reading instruction in all Malawian primary schools. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Translators

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Professional Translators will support NextGen to translate from Ministry of Education teaching and learning materials from English to Chichewa, Chitumbuka, Sena, Yao, Tonga and vice versa.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Translation or a related field.
  • Experience translating learning and teaching materials for government programmes and USAID early grade reading programs.
  • Demonstrated excellence in the use of written Chichewa, Chitumbuka, Sena, Yao, Tonga.
  • Strong background in use of Chichewa educational materials.

Application Requirements:

  1. An updated Curriculum Vitae and application letter describing how the candidate meets the above qualifications.
  2. A sample of an education material which was translated individually by the applicant.
  3. A price quotation with the following details: Translating service per page
  • From 1-100 pages
  • From 101-300 pages
  • From 301-600 pages
  • From 601+ pages