Job Requirements
Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate/ NQF 4 or equivalent qualification; A minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) / Degree (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in language studies, majoring in English and Translation or Linguistics or other relevant subjects; 2–3 years’ relevant experience preferably as a Senior/Language Practitioner in the editing and translation environment; Successful completion of a departmental English editing test; Excellent command of English; ability to edit English as a source language, Afrikaans translation skills and language knowledge would be an added advantage; Computer literacy; Ability to edit and translate text electronically; Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work under pressure; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, relevant policies and prescripts; Knowledge of editing/translation/language administration; Problem solving skills; Research skills.
Duties
Edit official documents written in English– Receive and review official documents for editing requirements; Study and analyse source documents; Edit documents in English; Consult with subject matter experts or language specialists when necessary; Translate Afrikaans documents into English when necessary, check, proofread and do quality control of official documents in English as the source text – Translate official documents from Afrikaans into English as and when required; Check and verify the accuracy of edited/translated documents; Proofread final versions of official documents edited/translated; Ensure quality and consistency in all translated and edited materials; Perform quality checks (quality control) on all documents before final approval; Conduct research, give language advice and assist with terminology- related matters– Conduct research and consult on editing and translation issues; Review and revise existing terminology for clarity and accuracy; Consult with stakeholders; Maintain a translation memory or glossary of commonly used terms (English/Afrikaans); Assist and give advice to clients on English language matters; Provide administrative support and liaison service– Archive all edited and translated documents electronically; Report on progress; Keep a register of all edited and translated documents; Liaise with stakeholders; Carry out tasks as requested by the supervisor; File and archive edited and translated documents according to organisational policy; Supervision of subordinates: Supervise editing/translation activities of subordinates; Allocate work and ensure quality of work; Develop subordinate(s) by providing training and opportunities for development; Monitor 92 the editing/translation work of subordinates; Edit and/or check the official documents translated/edited by subordinates.
What is the Salary
R582 444 per annum (Level 10)
Location
Pretoria
How to Apply
Ms M Gaffane Tel No: (012) 441 3256
Applicants must use this link or QR code below to access DSAC E-Recruitment System. https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001.
Apply Before:
3/27/2026
Reference No:
Additional Information
Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females and White Males and Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 93