JOB SUMMARY:
The Center for International Health, Education, and Biosecurity (CIHEB) Kenya is seeking skilled and experienced transcribers and translators to contribute to the research project aimed at enhancing the delivery of Routine Catch-up Vaccination in Siaya County, Western Kenya. The selected candidates will be responsible for accurately transcribing and translating audio recordings from Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) conducted in English, Swahili, and Dholuo. The expectation is for transcribers/translators to provide both verbatim and clean verbatim transcripts for each audio recording. This will then be translated to English for analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Transcribe audio recordings in verbatim
Proofread and review transcripts to ensure quality and consistency
Translate transcripts to clean verbatim in English, preserving meaning and context
Adhere to established data quality procedures and maintain the highest standard of accuracy
Uphold confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly
Perform other duties as assigned to support the study's objectives
Qualifications:
Diploma or degree in public health, social sciences, linguistics, or a related field
Native-level fluency in both spoken and written Dholuo and strong proficiency in English
Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to deliver accurate work under tight deadlines
Proficiency in speaking, writing, typing, and translating to and from English/Dholuo
High degree of personal and professional integrity, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly
Familiarity with health and immunization terminologies is an advantage
Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team
Preferred Attributes:
Experience in transcription or translation roles within health or social science research
Commitment to maintaining quality, confidentiality, and integrity in all tasks