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Full-time Assistant for a professional Translator and Editor, starting as soon as possible

In response to the growth of my business, I am hiring a second assistant to start as soon as possible. The post is based in Oranjemund.

The successful candidate will help me with the everyday tasks needed to run my business, as well as running some personal errands. The tasks are varied, ranging from admin work to social media posts and from documentation to designing and using Excel spreadsheets. The candidate must have excellent written English. Advanced IT skills are also desirable. The salary is dependent on your relevant skills and experience.

Requirements:

• A university degree in any subject.
• Excellent computer skills. Web-programming, scripting and/or Excel skills are desirable.
• Excellent written English (please include relevant grades in your application).
• Knowledge of any other African or European languages would be an advantage

Responsibilities:

I am looking for somebody who is flexible and willing to do any of the additional tasks I need to do in addition to translating and editing. Training will be provided where necessary. Examples include:

• Setting up translation projects in my translation software
• Preparing documents for government tenders.
• Performing computer maintenance tasks (backups, software updates, etc.).
• Making travel arrangements for my business trips (booking flights and accommodation).
• Issuing invoices and keeping the accounts up to date.
• Downloading reference texts and editing bibliographies.
• Writing blog posts and producing marketing material.
• Liaising with clients and translators by e-mail and telephone.
• There may be opportunities for you to translate texts if I receive requests for your languages

About Anglo Premier Translations:

Anglo Premier Translations is run by Timothy Barton, who has worked as a translator and editor for around 18 years. Due to my growing workload, especially for international institutions, I am hiring an assistant to help with some of the tasks required to run the business. I am keen to develop the skills of young Namibians and believe that the person I hire will benefit from the experience

I operate a policy of non-discrimination and encourage applications from all suitable candidates, irrespective of ethnic origin, gender or disability.

Why apply?

• Learn about how a freelance translation and editing business is run.
• Learn how to use translation and editing software such as Translation Office and MemoQ.
• Learn how to use your initiative to provide ad hoc solutions to problems that arise.
• Stay in Oranjemund, safe and pleasant place to live.

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to: applications@anglopremier.com. If your mother tongue is not English, you are encouraged to also send a CV and cover letter in your mother tongue. A test may be used to assess IT and writing skills. Candidates may be interviewed in Windhoek, Oranjemund or online.

Closing Date: Applications must be received by: Wednesday, 15 April 2024 at 4H00 p.m.

Please Note:

• AI-generated cover letters will be ignored
• Candidates must be willing to relocate to Oranjemund.