Chinese / English Translator (Fluent in Hausa) at DeConsult Recruitment Agency

DeConsult Recruitment Agency is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chinese / English Translator (Fluent in Hausa)

Location: Sharada Phase 1, Kano
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Chinese Translator will facilitate effective communication between Chinese-speaking expatriates and English- and Hausa-speaking employees, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• The role involves providing accurate oral interpretation and written translation to support daily business operations, meetings, training sessions, and other official communications.
• The Chinese Translator is expected to serve as a reliable communication bridge, promoting clear understanding, operational efficiency, and productive collaboration between Chinese-speaking expatriates and English- and Hausa-speaking employees and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate verbal interpretation between Chinese (Mandarin), English, and Hausa during meetings, site inspections, training sessions, and day-to-day workplace interactions.
• Translate written documents, reports, emails, manuals, policies, notices, contracts, and other business correspondence from Chinese to English/Hausa and vice versa.
• Assist Chinese expatriates in communicating effectively with local employees and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication during recruitment, onboarding, disciplinary meetings, and other HR-related activities when required.
• Interpret conversations during operational, technical, and administrative meetings.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information obtained during translation and interpretation assignments.
• Ensure that translations accurately reflect the intended meaning while preserving the context and tone of the original message.
• Support communication between departments to improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with the translation of safety instructions, operational procedures, and company policies.
• Prepare and maintain records of translated documents where required.
• Perform other duties assigned by management that are related to the role.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and quality of translations.
• Timeliness of translation and interpretation services.
• Effective communication between Chinese and local staff.
• Confidential handling of sensitive information.
• Positive feedback from internal departments and management.
• Compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Languages, Linguistics, Translation, or a related field.
• Professional certification in translation or interpretation is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 2–3 years' experience in translation and interpretation.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, construction, engineering, or multinational organization is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese, English, and Hausa (spoken and written).
• Excellent oral interpretation and written translation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong listening and comprehension abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professionalism at all times.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Working Conditions:

• Office and operational/site-based work, depending on business needs.
• May be required to travel between company locations or accompany expatriates on official assignments.
• May occasionally work beyond normal office hours to support operational requirements.

Application Closing Date
16th August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: deborahjames050@gmail.com using Job Title as subject of the mail.