Transcriptionist (1 Position)
Contract Type: (Independent Contractor)
Funding Period: 01 Months
Expect Start Date: June/02/2025
Report to: CHAI Program Manager for TB and ATscale
Consultant Fees: Negotiable
Position Summary
We’re seeking for a skilled transcriptionist to join our team and deliver accurate, high-quality written documents from audio recordings in Khmer and translate from Khmer to English text.
This role involves transcribing various audio recordings into Khmer text and then translating the Khmer into English. The audio recording files include the in-depth interview with policymakers, TB program managers, and health care workers who are involving in the TB program, as well as caregivers of children receiving TB preventive therapy (TPT) and those of individuals receiving non-child-initiated TPT.
The transcriptionist will work collaboratively with team members and use standar transcription tools to ensure efficient and consistent outcomes.
- Audio transcription: Accurately transcribe audio recordings in Khmer into written documents.
- Translation: Translate Khmer written text to English text.
- Proofreading and editing. Review transcripts for grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors to ensure high-quality output.
- Timestamps and subtitles. Add timestamps to audio recordings or create subtitles for video content, ensuring alignment with spoken words.
- Background noise management. Identify and account for background noise in audio files to ensure accurate transcripts.
- Other tasks as requested by the director
- Qualifications:
- Transcription: Ability to convert spoken words from audio recordings into accurate, written documents.
- Knowledge of data collection & Management
- Familiarity with health data management, routine health information systems
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in public health, research, Science, or a related field.
- Experience in general transcription or medical transcription work is a strong advantage
- Experience with strong typing skills for efficient transcription work.
- Soft skills with excellent listening skills, attention to detail, and strong time management for meeting deadlines.
- Multilingual Skills: Ability to use Khmer and English languages