Translator

Sharjah Education Academy

Employer Active

Posted 3 hrs ago

Experience

8 - 13 Years

Education

Bachelor of Arts

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Translate official documents, reports, correspondence, agreements, policies, legislation, studies, research papers, academic materials, and curricula from Arabic into English and vice versa.
  • Review translated texts for linguistic and terminological accuracy, completeness, and quality prior to delivery.
  • Adhere strictly to the Academy s approved terminology and utilize authoritative reference resources, including specialized dictionaries and terminology databases.
  • Provide simultaneous and/or consecutive interpretation services for meetings, workshops, conferences, and official visits.
  • Deliver on-screen translation and subtitle timing for videos when required.
  • Provide translation services for recorded interviews (audio and/or video).
  • Coordinate with relevant departments to understand textual context and ensure accurate conveyance of intended meaning.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of information and documents, complying with information security requirements and deadlines.
  • Contribute to the development and updating of terminology glossaries and institutional style guides.
  • Utilize approved computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and quality (e.g., Trados).
  • Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Desired Candidate Profile

Academic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in Translation, Languages, or an equivalent related field.
  • Postgraduate qualifications or professional certification in translation are preferred.

Professional Experience:

  • A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in translation.
  • Experience in a governmental entity or international organization is preferred.
  • Proven experience in translating official, legal, or technical texts is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
  • Strong linguistic drafting and editing skills with adherence to formal and institutional style.
  • Solid knowledge of official and governmental terminology.
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in office applications and translation support tools.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Additional Requirements:

  • Commitment to the values and ethics of academic and institutional work.
  • Ability to deliver translations without the use of unapproved artificial intelligence tools.
  • Willingness to engage in continuous professional development and stay current with advancements in the field of translation.

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Translator

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Sharjah Education Academy

https://sea.ac.ae/translator/

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