Kinyarwanda/English OPI/VRI Interpreter

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Rwanda.

📋 Description

• Respond to calls professionally, adhering to the Interpreter's code of conduct.

• Always be ready to take notes during calls.

• Familiarize yourself with the specific vocabulary relevant to the industry in which you are interpreting, particularly in healthcare and medical fields.

• Accurately and completely convey all messages without adding, omitting, or substituting any information.

• Deliver the highest standard of customer service while interpreting.

• Facilitate effective communication between Limited English Proficient individuals and clients by providing precise and complete interpretations of the messages.

• Adhere to established standards of practice.

• Participate in internal professional training sessions.

• Show eagerness to obtain new professional certifications.

• Communicate and report regularly to your team leader.

• Follow dress code guidelines for video remote interpreting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in the source language (English) and a native speaker of the target language "Kinyarwanda/Kirundi."

• At least 1 year of telephone interpretation experience with a reputable interpretation company.

• Strong understanding of medical terminology.

• Familiarity with legal terminology is advantageous.

• International certifications in the healthcare sector are a plus (e.g., PICSI, ALTA, HIPAA, etc.).

• High school diploma in your native language.

• Possess high emotional intelligence and an appreciation for diverse cultures.

• Exhibit strong communication, listening, note-taking, and memory retention skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote position with a defined schedule.

• Options for full-time or part-time employment (including business and weekend hours).

• Immediate availability to commence work post-onboarding.

• Access to internal certified training.

• Monthly payment for services rendered.

• Employment under a contract type arrangement.