Remote Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama)
Position: Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama)
Organization: MCIS Language Solutions
Locations: Remote (travel to assignments as needed)
Pay
Base: CA$20.00/hr - CA$25.00/hr (based on experience and assignment type).
Job Type
Part-time, Casual, Freelance
Key Responsibilities
- Interpretation: Provide accurate, clear, and professional interpretation between English and Barka (Berka) Kunama in community settings, including healthcare, legal, and other high‐pressure environments.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrate cultural awareness when working with diverse communities, ensuring meaning and tone are faithfully conveyed while respecting cultural nuances.
- Reading and Oral Translation: Read and orally translate written materials such as application forms, medical records, or legal documents.
- Facilitating Access to Services: Support vulnerable populations by breaking down linguistic barriers in crucial interactions.
- Travel: Travel to assignment locations as required; must have reliable transportation.
- Remote Assignments: Handle over‐the‐phone or video interpretation assignments; can work from home where applicable.
- Professionalism and Confidentiality: Maintain high professionalism and confidentiality while interpreting sensitive information.
Requirements
- Fluency in English and Barka (Berka) Kunama (both written and spoken).
- Reading Proficiency: Ability to read and interpret written documents accurately.
- Soft Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and a commitment to service.
- Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations as needed; reliable transportation.
- Legal Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Training and Support
- Training: New interpreters receive a free online training module, which must be completed before work.
- Experienced Interpreters: Experience and certification in community interpreting welcomed.
At MCIS Language Solutions, we pride ourselves on creating opportunities for interpreters to have a meaningful impact by helping bridge the language gap in communities across Canada.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today to become part of our interpreter roster and help us support diverse communities! If you are applying through Indeed, please submit your application through this link: https://mcislanguages.applytojobs.ca/interpretation/40002
*Remote* Freelance Interpreter (English/Barka [Berka] Kunama) in Calgary employer: MCIS Language Solutions
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