Language Editors and Translators (English & French) at Centre for Democracy and Development

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) was established in the United Kingdom in 1997 and registered in Nigeria in 1999 as an independent, not-for-profit, research training, advocacy and capacity building organization. The organization aims at mobilizing global opinion for democratic development and provides an independent space to reflect critically on the challenges posed to the democratization and development process in West Africa. CDD envisions a West Africa that is democratically governed, economically integrated - promoting human security and people centered development.

Since its inception, the Centre has remained focused on capacity building work, policy advocacy, and as a research reference point on democratic governance, human security, people-centered development and human rights. The Centre is making a request for expression of interest for the position below:

Job Title: Language Editors and Translators (English & French)

Location: Abuja

Requirements

• Applicants must have at least a post-graduate degree in language or translation from a recognized university.
• Applicants must show evidence of previous editing or translation work.

Required Application Materials

• To apply for the above positions, applicants must submit the following:
• Application letter
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) / company profile as the case may be
• A copy/ies of recent publication(s) (for researchers and consultants only)
• Two letters of recommendation (This could either be sent directly by your referees or attached to the application package)

Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated on the following factors:

• Compliance with eligibility requirements and application procedures
• Demonstrated interest and experience relating to West Africa and African Development

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2014

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit all required documents to: CDD's Head of Administration

Or Send to Esther Yusuf, through email: [email protected]

Note

• All materials should be submitted either in English or French.
• The position applied for should be used as the title of the email.
• No phone calls please.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.