Assistant Director: Translation and Editing: Isindebele
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC)
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Salary
- R605 742 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
Posted 10 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Diploma or degree in Languages or Translation
- 2-3 years as an isiNdebele language practitioner
- Must pass a translation and editing test
- Translate and edit English and isiNdebele documents
- Based in Pretoria
How to apply
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How to apply: Applicants must use this link 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. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, post 37/83, ref DSAC-02/10/2026. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; A minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Degree (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Language Studies, Linguistics, Translation and Interpreting Studies majoring in the relevant language and/or translation, or relevant language qualification; 2–3 years relevant experience at least 2 years as an isiNdebele Language Practitioner in the translation environment; Successful completion of a departmental isiNdebele translation and editing test; Knowledge of Public Service Regulations; Knowledge and understanding of relevant language policies and prescripts; Knowledge of translation/ editing/ language administration; Excellent command of at least two official languages including English; Strong editing, proofreading and writing skills; Ability to translate and edit text electronically; Good communication interpersonal relations; Planning and organising skill; Computer literacy; Research skills.
Duties:
The purpose of this position is to promote access to information by providing translation and editing services; Translating official documents from English into isiNdebele and vice versa; Receive and review official documents for translation requirements; Study, analyse and excerpt problematic terms from source documents; Translate documents from English into isiNdebele; Translate documents from isiNdebele into English; Consult with subject matter experts or language specialists when necessary; Editing, checking and proofreading official documents translated into isiNdebele; Editing official documents written in isiNdebele; Checking and verifying the accuracy of edited documents; Proofreading final versions of official documents translated into isiNdebele; Ensuring quality and consistency in all translated and edited materials; Performing quality checks on all documents before final approval; Conduct research and develop terminology terms; Conduct research and consultation on translation issues; Review and revise existing terminology for clarity and accuracy; Provide administrative support and liaison service; Archiving all translated and edited documents electronically; Reporting on progress; Liaise with stakeholders; Carry out tasks as requested by the supervisor; Assist and give advice to clients on language matters; Supervision of subordinates–Supervise translation activities of subordinates.
Enquiries: Ms PM Gaffane Tel No: (012) 441 3492
Reference number: DSAC-02/10/2026