Digital India Corporation / Bhashini is currently inviting applications for the following position purely on a Consolidated / Contract basis

The last day for submission of applications would be 1st November 2024.

Position Title: Language Expert – Bengali

Responsibilities:

1. Translation:
Translate documents, articles, audio, and video content from Bengali to other
languages and vice versa. Ensure translations maintain the original meaning, tone, and context.
2. Transcription:
Transcribe audio and video recordings from Bengali into text format, Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in transcribed content.
3. Interpretation:
Provide interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and events where Bengali-speaking individuals are involved. Facilitate smooth communication between Bengali speakers and others.
4. Content Creation:
Create original written content in Bengali for various purposes such as articles, social media posts, and marketing materials. Ensure content is engaging, accurate, and culturally appropriate.
5. Linguistic Analysis:
Conduct linguistic analysis of Bengali texts, identifying and documenting grammatical structures, vocabulary usage, and stylistic elements. Provide feedback on language usage, grammar, and style
6. Quality Assurance:
Review translated & transcribed materials, adherence to consistency & accuracy. Ensure all translated and created content meets linguistic quality standards. Review and proofread materials before final delivery.
7. Collaboration:
Collaborate with team members, translators, and content creators to achieve and
deliver high-quality results. Work closely with cross-functional teams including writers, designers, and project managers. Collaborate on projects to deliver high-quality, culturally relevant content.
8. Cultural Sensitivity:
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness when working with Bengali language and content, Sentient to understanding and respecting cultural nuances and differences.
9. Research:
Stay updated on current events and developments in Bengali language, literature, and culture to inform translation and content creation efforts. Stay updated on Bengali language trends, idiomatic expressions, and vocabulary. Conduct research on specific topics to enhance translation and content creation
10. Training and Support:
Provide guidance and support to colleagues and collaborators on Bengali language usage, grammar, and cultural aspects as needed.
11. Hands- On Experience
Candidates with 2-5 years practical, hands-on experience in the aforementioned areas will be prioritized. Please specify the areas where you have already gained practical experience or actively participated. This may include projects you may have led, tasks you have completed, or roles you have held within these domains.
12. Proficiency in Computer Skills:
Proficient in MS O_ice with having knowledge of typing. Familiarity with a variety of tools commonly used in aforementioned areas. Awareness of Unicode fonts & digital content creation.

Qualifications:

1. Proficiency in Bengali language, including excellent reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
2. Degree / Diploma in Bengali language, linguistics, literature, or a related field preferred. Master’s & PhD degree holders will be given preference.
3. Proven experience of 2-5 years as a Bengali translator, interpreter, or content creator.
4. Strong attention to detail and deep understanding of Bengali grammar, syntax, and vocabulary.
5. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
6. Cultural sensitivity and awareness of Bengali language and culture and customs & traditions.
7. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
8. Proficiency with translation and transcription tools and software is a plus.
9. Previous experience in a similar role or in a multicultural environment is preferred.
10. Flexibility and adaptability to work on various types of projects and tasks as needed.

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About Bhashini

The Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD), an Independent Business Division under Digital India Corporation (DIC). The DIBD is managing and executing the activities of “National Language Translation Mission”: Bhashini. Bhashini has been developed as a platform where various components have been integrated to bring stakeholders together. Bhashini works with some of
the premier academic institutes, including IITs and IIITs) in India. These institutes are developing state of the art language AI models for various Indian languages. Bhashini platform already hosts 300+ AI based language models in various technologies.