Assistant Director: Translation and Editing-Siswati
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
- 05 Oct 2026
Posted today
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 2+ years
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 34 of 2026, post 34/104, ref DSAC-11/09/2026. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Job description
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 a Language Practitioner in the translating environment; 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; Good communication interpersonal relations; Ability to translate and edit text electronically.
Duties:
The purpose of this position is to promote access to information by providing translation and editing services; Translating official documents from English into Siswati 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 Siswati; Translate documents from Siswati into English; Consult with subject matter experts or language specialists when necessary; Editing, checking and proofreading official documents translated into Siswati; Editing official documents written in Siswati; Checking and verifying the accuracy of edited documents; Proofreading final versions of official documents translated into Siswati; 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–Coin and record new terms; 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 M Gaffane Tel No: (012) 441 3256
Reference number: DSAC-11/09/2026