LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER (ISIXHOSA)

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Company: Western Cape Department of Health

Location: Cape Town, CBD, Western Cape, South Africa

Type: Full-time

Category: Social Science

Description

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Job Title: LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER (ISIXHOSA): TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETING SERVICES, REF NO. CAS 11/2024

Department: Cultural Affairs and Sport

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Cape Town, CBD, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Purpose: The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render language services for the Western Cape Government related to English and IsiXhosa.

Minimum Requirements: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant work experience.

Recommendation: Working knowledge of editing and translation of documents; Terminology development; Well versed in English and IsiXhosa.

Key Performance Areas:

• Render language advisory services
• Translate documents in the official languages
• Edit documents
• Facilitate provision of interpreting services
• Develop and record terminology
• Compile and maintain databases relating to language matters
• Perform administrative tasks

Competencies:

• Profound working knowledge of at least two official languages
• Editing and translation of documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and isiXhosa
• Excellent language skills
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong planning and organisational skills

Remuneration: R 359 517 per annum (Salary level 8)

Notes:

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting
• Candidates may be required to attend interviews and undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests
• The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department
• By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference
• Contact helpline at 0861 370 214 for technical support with online application
• Late applications will not be considered

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