• The USAID/Sudan Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) Specialist requests assistance with translation, photography and other associated tasks such as proof-reading and editing. The consultant will work closely with and receive technical instructions from the DOC Specialist to provide these services on an on-demand, short-term basis.
• This position will report to the Sudan MEL Chief of Party.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Translate text from Standard/Basic English to Modern Standard Arabic, and Sudanese Arabic dialect and vice versa while maintaining the meaning and tone of the original text
• Present information in a way that is understandable to target audiences, accounting for cultural particularities and sensitivities
• Demonstrate perfect command of Standard/Basic English, Modern Standard Arabic, and  Sudanese Arabic Dialect, particularly as it pertains to the commonly used development assistance and USAID terminology
• Provide on-demand, ad-hoc translations of material provided by USAID and/or Sudan MEL, primarily consisting of social media posts but not exclusive of other product types (reports, success stories, speeches, one-pagers, press releases, media analysis, etc.)
• Comply with agreed-upon deadlines and ensure high-quality professional translation
• Provide photography services for USAID/Sudan events and activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social science, English, Arabic, languages, or other fields as relevant. In-depth cultural knowledge
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in Standard/Basic English to Modern Standard Arabic, and Sudanese Arabic Dialect and vice versa.
• Familiarity and experience working with USAID and other international organizations working in the development and humanitarian fields.
• Demonstrated experience in responding in a timely manner and with high-quality to short-notice requests for translation.
• Demonstrated experience taking high-quality photographs of professional events
• Excellent time management skills and written communication skills
• Verbal and written fluency in English and Sudanese Arabic