Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to creating, evaluating, and replicating innovative solutions to poverty and policy problems worldwide.  IPA specializes in using randomized impact evaluation to assess the effectiveness of development programs.

Job Summary

IPA seeks a Transcriptionist/Translator for immediate hire on 1 month contract, who will assist with translating and transcribing of Focus Group Discussion audios and In-depth Interviews for the African Health Markets for Equity (AHME) Qualitative Evaluation.

The research project will collect data from small health facilities and households in the Greater Accra and Ashanti Regions to measure the health impacts of improving the delivery and quality of private healthcare services.

The intervention is two-fold, and aims to impact health outcomes through both the supply of services, and the demand for them. This position is temporary and will be based in Accra and will require extensive travel within and across the Greater Accra and Ashanti regions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Transcriptionist/Translator will work closely with both international and local researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Data Transcription

•   Check translations of technical and/or medical terms from Twi terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions into English language;
•   Listen to original recording material in Twi and type out Focus Group Discussion and In-Depth Interview texts in English to ensure that translations from the Twi language retain the content and meaning of the original material;
•   Proofread to correct spelling mistakes and grammar in English;
•   Accurately relay style or tone so that meaning remains the same when translating or interpreting from Twi to English language;
•   Adhere to strict deadlines when dealing with translating written material;
•   Protect the confidentiality of material as required.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A diploma or University degree in related field of Ghanaian language (Twi) and English language is an advantage
•   Strong oral and written communications skills in English
•   Strong oral proficiency in Twi is required
•   Knowledge of additional languages used in Greater Accra and Ashanti regions is an advantage
•   Listening ability to understand and grasp various expressions, idioms and specific vocabulary and their uses.
•   Should have basic knowledge in Twi grammar and English.
•   Experience in Transcription at least 1 year is preferred
•   Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word and excellent typing skills is required for this position

Willing to work evenings if needed and willing to travel to sites if required

Location: Accra and Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your complete CV and cover letter by email to:

jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org

using the subject line: IPA Ghana Private Healthcare Provision FGD Transcriptionist:  Firstname Lastname

•   All documents should be submitted as attachments, and the file names should include the name of the applicant.
•   The documents may be submitted in Word document or PDF format.  Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

Closing Date: 14 June, 2013