Vacancy title:
Certified Sign Language Interpreter

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management]

Jobs at:
Swift Minds

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 29 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Swift Minds: is a Management and HR consulting firm that provides cutting edge business improvement solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate, clear, and timely sign language interpretation at all designated events, ensuring smooth communication.
• Interpret during internal meetings, training, conferences, and any other activities as required by the project.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing relevant materials (agendas, content notes, etc.) prior to meetings.
• Assist in creating an inclusive environment by promoting awareness of sign language needs among project staff and stakeholders.
• Support communication in a variety of settings, which may include one-on-one interactions, group sessions, online meetings, and public presentations.
• Attend assigned meetings, workshops, and events to provide sign language interpretation as needed.
• Liaise with event organizers to understand the event agenda, topics, and specific requirements to ensure accurate interpretation.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information shared during meetings.
• Provide interpretation that reflects the tone, style, and intent of the speakers while adhering to professional sign language interpreting standards.
• Offer support in ensuring Organizational commitment to inclusivity is reflected in all communications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certified sign language interpreter with proficiency in English and Luganda
• 2 years of experience in professional sign language interpretation.
• Familiarity with technical vocabulary related to work areas like development cooperation, environmental sustainability, education.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and an understanding of inclusivity principles.
• Flexibility and adaptability to various work environments and audiences.
• Knowledge of remote interpreting tools and techniques for online meetings (e.g., Zoom, Teams) is desirable.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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