Content Writer - Translator (Setswana)

Location: South Africa - 100% Remote / Home Working (Must permanently live in South Africa & have the right to work without restrictions to apply for this role)

Pay Rate: $5.50

Contract: 12-month initial contract (Highly likely to be extended, but no guarantees) - Self-employed contractor. Responsible for own taxes.

Hours of work: 37.5

The Role

Content Writer - Translator (Setswana)

You’ll join a team of passionate teachers working to create Twinkl’s online Setswana content for teachers across South Africa. Most of your time will be spent working with other content writers and editors, engaging with product priorities to facilitate the highest possible quality of teacher content for our customers. Your weekly activities could include:

• Translating resources into Setswana to support teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Giving and responding to editorial feedback and working alongside colleagues to elevate a resource to an excellent standard.
• Using your own knowledge of Setswana to support the team with their resource content.
• Meeting with other members of the team to discuss and develop new ideas.

To Succeed In The Role, You Will

• Have completed a degree in Setswana, translation, or similar;
• Have translation or teaching experience with good references;
• Be a fantastic communicator who thrives when working in a close-knit team;
• Be fluent in English and Setswana (written, reading, and writing);
• Be prepared to confidently work between different IT platforms, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and G Suite;
• Have a drive for continuous professional development.

You Will Need

• Access to a fast and reliable internet connection of at least 6mb down and 1mb upload. We recommend you use speedtest.net to check.
• You will be responsible for supplying and maintaining your own IT equipment if working remotely.

You’ll Work With

• The SA production team.
• Your own direct Line Manager who will be confirmed if you are successful.
• Our team of qualified teachers who currently write, edit and produce content for the team.
• Our in-house design and illustration teams, collaborating daily to produce the beautiful, polished resources that Twinkl are known for.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter to help us better understand why you are interested in this position and how your skills and experience will make you successful in this specific role.

Twinkl is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity within all of our teams and are committed to continuing to build an inclusive workplace for all.