Interpreter

About Global Voices Limited

Established in 2012, Global Voices Limited is a multinational language service provider dedicated to facilitating clear communication across languages and cultures. Their expertise spans conference interpretation, document translations, language training, sign language, and digital conferencing support. The company operates using globally recognized interpreting standards, carefully selecting linguists, and providing cross-cultural consulting, ensuring precise and culturally adapted language solutions across numerous languages including English, Swahili, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Amharic, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, German, Somali, Italian, Russian, and various African languages.

Role Overview

The position is a full-time role situated in Nairobi, focusing on delivering simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for conferences, meetings, and other formal or informal communication settings. Key duties involve preparing by studying relevant content and terminology, facilitating accurate message transmission between source and target languages with cultural sensitivity, collaborating with clients and teams for clear communication, and upholding strict confidentiality and quality benchmarks. The interpreter may also provide auxiliary support in document review, language training, and virtual meetings hosted locally.

Qualifications

• Fluency in at least two languages such as English paired with Swahili, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Amharic, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, German, Somali, Italian, Russian, or African local languages, with excellent grammar and stylistic skills.
• Proven experience in simultaneous or consecutive interpreting, ideally within conferences, corporate, NGO, or governmental environments.
• Deep understanding of cross-cultural communication to maintain intention, tone, and nuance in translation.
• Strong abilities in communication, listening, note-taking, concentration, and working efficiently under pressure.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality with client-oriented and teamwork skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills, including preparation of terminology prior to assignments.
• Familiarity with interpretation technologies such as microphones, headsets, and video conferencing tools.