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Short-Term Consultant – Translation Services

JHPIEGO Lusaka, Zambia

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Employer and vacancy source: JHPIEGO

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  • EmployerJHPIEGO
  • LocationLusaka, Zambia
  • Employer websitewww.jhpiego.org
  • Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
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Key details for this vacancy

Employer
JHPIEGO
Location
Lusaka, Zambia
Posted
August 12, 2025
Job type
Consultancy
Category
Other
This listing has expired. The original details remain available for reference, but applications are closed. Use the related searches for active vacancies.

Website JHPIEGO

Job description

The Consultant/Independent Contractor shall perform the work described hereunder from a place of business located at Jhpiego/Zambia or at a place to be designated by Jhpiego. Upon reasonable notice, Consultant/Independent Contractor shall meet with representatives of Jhpiego, either at Jhpiego or another designated location.

Scope of Work and expected activities.

JHPIEGO desires to obtain the services of a Consultant/Independent Contractor as more particularly described herein (hereinafter referred to as the Services).

Interpretation in English and Portuguese languages for approximately 1 (one) guest in Portuguese and 49 (forty-nine) guests in English, and provision of one Interpretation booth plus 50 Microphones and supporting device for the participants during the meeting.

Test all equipment and set up necessary connections for easy flow of meetings at the conferencing venue in Lusaka by 8th September 2025.

Duration of Consultancy.

Interpret in English and Portuguese languages from the 9th to 10th of September 2025 for approx. 1 and a half days.

Required Competencies

Minimum of a University degree in Languages, Humanities, or a related discipline and a professional qualification from a recognized interpreter/translator school. A master’s degree in education is an added advantage
At least 8 years of progressively relevant experience in interpretation and translation in Portuguese.
Strong facilitation and communication skills
Interpreters and translators must be able to read, speak clearly, and write effectively in both English and Portuguese.

HOW TO APPLY

All expressions of interest should include a clear presentation on the understanding of the task, methodology, competencies, and proposed budget. For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org by , 18th August 2025.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

EEO is the Law

RECRUITMENT SCAMS & FRAUD WARNING

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Recruiters will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page.
Official Jhpiego emails will always arrive from a @Jhpiego.org email address.

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