Target Language Specialists
JTG is seeking highly qualified Target Language Specialists (TLSs) to source, transcribe, and translate authentic written and spoken materials.
Languages
- Kanuri
- Arabic - Hassaniyya
- Fulani - Mali dialect (Fulfulde)
- Arabic - Libyan
- Arabic - Moroccan (Darija)
Pay Range: $0.10 - $0.20 per word of translation, $0.05 per word of monolingual content
Location and Status
- Remote
- Independent Contractor. Reports to Project Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in a language-related field (translation, transcription, teaching, linguistics, or corpus development)
- Proficiency at Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) level 3+ or higher in the target language (reading and listening) and ILR level 3 or higher in English.
- Demonstrated ability to work with authentic written and/or spoken materials
- Experience using standard digital tools (Microsoft Office, audio playback/editing tools, online research)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with transcription of audio materials
- Experience with searching for content in low-resource languages/dialects
- Strong skills in translation of written and spoken discourse
- demonstrated experience selecting authentic materials and accurately transcribing and translating spoken and written content into English. Familiarity with regional dialect variation, country-specific usage, and established orthographic conventions required.
Responsibilities
- Source and select authentic written and spoken materials in the target language
- Transcribe speech-derived content (audio recordings, broadcasts, interviews)
- Provide accurate English translations of target-language materials
- Review and refine translations for accuracy, consistency, and clarity
- Adhere to project standards, specifications, and delivery timelines
- Maintain clear documentation of sources and decisions
Work Expectations
- Expected workload: approximately 10-20 hours per week
- Project duration: May-October 2026, with possible extensions
- Work is performed remotely; contractors provide their own equipment and workspace
Additional Requirements
Selected consultants will be required to:
- Sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Disclose any potential conflicts of interest
- Follow data security and confidentiality guidelines
About JTG
Founded in 1995, JTG is an employee-owned company specializing in language services, training, and analytics.