BTL,
a faith-based organisation involved in Bible Translation, Literacy, Language
and Community Development is seeking to recruit highly motivated born again
Christians with demonstrated spiritual maturity and a calling to serve for the
positions below:
Linguistics Assistant
For Ogiek and Tachoni Communities
Duties
and Responsibilities
- Basic
linguistic work,
- Community
mobilization and creating awareness about the work of Bible Translation
and Language Development,
- The
Linguistics Assistant will work closely with the Language Development
Steering Committees, the Local Church, the Local Community and other
relevant Stakeholders in the orthography development process.
Qualifications
- A
Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics,
- Must
be an excellent speaker of Tachonyi or Ogiek language
- Excellent
mobilization skills,
- Excellent
report writing and computer skills,
- Good
research skills.
Bible Translators
For Chuka, Taveta and Marakwet Communities
For Chuka, Taveta and Marakwet Communities
The
Translator shall be responsible for translating scriptures in the Native
Language in a natural, clear,
and accurate manner.
and accurate manner.
He/She
shall work closely with the Translation Specialists, the Local Church, Local
Community and other relevant Stakeholders.
Qualifications
- A
First Degree in Theology or Biblical Studies is preferred or a diploma in
Biblical Studies with work experience. Any other degree or diploma in
Social sciences may be considered
- Minimum
C plain in KCSE
- Introductory
Course to Translation Principles (ICTP) certificate will be an added
advantage
- Must
be an excellent speaker of any of the following languages: Chuka, Taveta
or Marakwet
- Good
Computer Skills
Applications with a detailed CV, copies of certificates, and
three referees (Professional, Social and Church), Office and mobile telephone
contacts for both applicant and referees be emailed (preferred) or sent to the
address below by Friday 9th October 2015.
Human Resources Manager
Bible Translation And Literacy,
P.O Box 44456 – 00100
Nairobi
Email : hrm@btlkenya.org
Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted