Digital India Corporation/BHASHINI Division is currently inviting applications for the position of Language Expert – Urdu on a purely contractual basis.
| Position | Language Expert – Urdu |
| No. of Positions | 01 |
| Last Date | 4th August 2026 |
Responsibilities
Translation
- Translate documents, articles, audio, and video content from Urdu to other languages and vice versa
- Ensure translations maintain the original meaning, tone, and context
Transcription
- Transcribe audio and video recordings from Urdu into text format
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in transcribed content
Interpretation
- Provide interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and events where Urdu-speaking individuals are involved
- Facilitate smooth communication between Urdu speakers and others
Content Creation
- Create original written content in Urdu for various purposes such as articles, social media posts, and marketing materials
- Ensure content is engaging, accurate, and culturally appropriate
Linguistic Analysis
- Conduct linguistic analysis of Urdu texts, identifying and documenting grammatical structures, vocabulary usage, and stylistic elements
- Provide feedback on language usage, grammar, and style
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
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
Cultural Sensitivity
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness when working with Urdu language and content
- Sentient to understanding and respecting cultural nuances and differences
Research
- Stay updated on current events and developments in Urdu language, literature, and culture to inform translation and content creation efforts
- Stay updated on Urdu language trends, idiomatic expressions, and vocabulary
- Conduct research on specific topics to enhance translation and content creation
Training and Support
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues and collaborators on Urdu language usage, grammar, and cultural aspects as needed
Hands- On Experience
- Candidates with min 2-5 years practical, hands-on experience in 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
Proficiency in Computer Skills
- Proficient in MS Office with having knowledge of typing
- Familiarity with a variety of tools commonly used in aforementioned areas
- Awareness of Unicode fonts & digital content creation
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About Bhashini
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Digital India Program has undertaken a unique initiative, BHASHINI, the National Language Translation Mission. Mission Bhashini was launched by Hon’ble PM on 4th July 2022 during Digital India Week 2022 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Vision of Bhashini is to “Harness natural language technologies to enable a diverse ecosystem of contributors, partnering entities and citizens for the purpose of transcending language barriers, thereby ensuring digital inclusion and digital empowerment in an Aatma Nirbhar Bharat.”