Nuer Project Manager - Remote

Overview

The Project Manager [internal title: Key Project Manager] assists the Transcription Team Manager [internal title: Division Manager] in facilitating successful project completion and reviewing transcription team member deliverables to ensure quality standards.

In Short

• Review transcriptions in accordance with project specifications
• Distribute feedback to transcribers
• Facilitating training on quality standards
• Facilitating training on proper use of platforms associated with the project
• Regular and prompt communication in English
• Monitoring team progress and performance, while ensuring timely project completion
• Troubleshoot alongside Team Services Manager and department Operations Coordinator to resolve any issues reported by transcribers during their work

Requirements

• Full proficiency in the Nuer language (ISO: nus_latn_sd)
• Professional work experience in Linguistics, Translation, Transcription or localization, strongly preferred
• Proficiency in computer and internet skills
• Competency on both MAC and PC platforms, Microsoft Applications, and G Suite
• Strong grammar, orthography, and punctuation skills; a proficiency test will be required
• Responsive with timely email access
• Effective web search skills
• Ability to onboard within two weeks
• Preferred, experience using Upwork

Benefits

• Ability to work remotely
• Flexible schedule