Join our dedicated team, committed to bridging the language gap so that information is available in the right language, for people who need it most. For careers with Translators without Borders (TWB), see the current job vacancies below.
We are a US-registered, non-profit organization with an office in Kenya: our translation training center. Most of our staff work remotely. It allows us to keep overheads down so more of our funds go directly to the important work we do.
Learn more about Translators without Borders – meet the team and read about our Board of Directors.
Current job vacancies
Levantine Arabic Language Lead
Location: Home-based, flexible; (GMT to GMT+2 preferred)
Contract length: 2 months with possible extension, starting November 2018
Hours: Part-time
Application deadline: 31 October 2018
About the role: The Levantine Arabic Language Lead will be enthusiastic about the importance of increasing access to knowledge through language. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced linguist with a curious and creative mind who is passionate about the latest advances in language technology and interested in being part of a potentially groundbreaking project – READ MORE
Location: Maiduguri, Nigeria
Contract period: November 1, 2018 – March 31, 2019
Hours: Full-time
Application deadline: 21 October 2018
About the role: The Evidence and Impact Officer will be responsible for contributing to the evidence gathering and research needs of the project. Working closely with the TWB team in Nigeria and the TWB global MEAL Manager, the Evidence and Impact Officer will be tasked with investigating key language barriers – READ MORE
Community & Recruitment Intern
Location: Remote (available during GMT to GMT+2 working hours)
Contract length: 6 months
Hours: Negotiable depending on availability
Application deadline: 23 October 2018
About the role: To assist the Community and Recruitment teams to build and engage a volunteer community of over 20,000 language professionals, coordinating collaboration among translators, ensuring engagement, recruitment, and growth of the volunteer community, as well as timely and effective communication – READ MORE
Can’t see a position for you?
New vacancies and internships are regularly posted here, so continue to check this page for the latest opportunities.
We rely on the generous support of our many volunteers, both professional translators and specialists in other professions. If you’re keen to join us, volunteer as a translator or check if we have any other volunteer vacancies at present.