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In delivering ‘social science that makes a difference’ the Research Divisions, Units, Institutes and Centres of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) undertake policy-oriented research from its offices in Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, and Pietermaritzburg. Our public purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act of 2008.

The newly formed Inclusive Economic Development (IED) division undertakes research that aims to transform educational outcomes and increase economic participation. It recognises that education and the economy have long been linked, and thus conducts research in both areas, sometimes discretely, often overlapping, and through a multidisciplinary lens. We research ways to improve the context of learning for those who have had unequal starting points as well the social, spatial and structural obstacles to economic participation to bring about the gains and growth South Africa needs.

IED requires the services of a panel of Freelance Transcribers to provide high transcription services for a number of project publications over a period of 24 months as and when the need arises. Freelance appointments are paid by deliverables.

 

 

Job Title: Transcribers (Freelancer contracts)
Location: Nationwide, Nationwide, South Africa
Reference: # IED Transcribers-09/2020
Contract Type: Temporary 24 Months
Salary: Market Related
Ref. No: IED Transcribers-09/2020

Specification
The scope of work and expectations of the transcriber will include the following:
•Attendance and participation in workshops, briefing sessions and other meetings;
•Read and become familiar with the project documents and any other relevant background documents;
•Transcribe interviews and focus group sessions from digital recorders;
•Submit completed transcripts for each interview conducted as per the sampling framework;
•Check content and accuracy of completed transcriptions;
•Submit typed transcription reports.

Requirements
The candidates should possess the following:
•A relevant qualification or a minimum of 5 years related experience;
•Experience with transcribing key informant interviews and focus group interviews;
•Preferable experience in translating from vernacular to English;
•Evidence of previous transcribing and translating work;
•Previous experience of work with HSRC would be advantageous;
•Excellent writing skills.

Application Procedure
In your application please include the following:

•Submit a detailed CV’s with proof of qualifications.
•At least two contactable references.
•A quote regarding the work to be undertaken. The cost must be VAT inclusive. The price should indicate the rate per minute of tape.
•An example of a short transcription.

The HSRC will only consider applications that comply with the above requirements.

Please submit your application on-line at http://hsrc.jb.skillsmapafrica.com/

•Ensure you use Google Chrome or Firefox from a computer or laptop, and not a cell phone
•Only your CV can be uploaded on the first page after you have registered/logged in.
•ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS can be uploaded on the “Document” tab on your profile
•Attachments must be less than 2 MB.
•Should you experience problems applying online, please send your applications to [email protected]. Clearly indicate the reference number in the subject line.

Enquiries (NOT Applications or CVs) may be directed to Mr Gray van der Bergh email [email protected]

Details of the HSRC can be found on the website, at www.hsrc.ac.za. The HSRC reserves the right to not make appointments.

We encourage applicants to submit prior to the closing date. If you do not receive any response from us within eight weeks, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Only candidates who are interviewed will be advised of the outcome of their application.

The HSRC reserves the right not to make an appointment.

APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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Application Deadline: 17/09/2020