This is a remote position.
Requirements
1. Language Proficiency:
- Native or near-native proficiency in the source language (ِArabic).
- Advanced proficiency in the target language (Hebrew).
- Strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions in both languages.
2. Education:
- A bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or a related field is often preferred. Some positions may require a master's degree for more specialized roles.
3. Experience:
- Relevant work experience as a translator, either through previous employment, freelance work, or internships.
- A portfolio or examples of previous translations that showcase your skills and versatility.
4. Cultural Awareness:
- Understanding of cultural nuances, customs, and idiomatic expressions in both the source and target languages.
- Ability to adapt content to suit the cultural context of the target audience.
5. Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with translation software and CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools is a plus.
- Proficiency in using productivity software like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace for formatting and editing translations.
6. Specialized Knowledge:
- Depending on the industry or field you're translating for, having specialized knowledge (e.g., legal, medical, technical) can be a significant advantage.
7. Communication Skills:
- Clear and effective communication skills to collaborate with clients, project managers, editors, and other team members.
- Ability to ask clarifying questions and provide explanations for translation choices.
8. Attention to Detail:
- Strong proofreading and editing skills to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines.
9. Time Management:
- Ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
10. Research Skills:
- Proficiency in conducting research to understand unfamiliar terminology, concepts, or industry-specific terms.
11. Ethical Standards:
- Integrity and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
12. Flexibility:
- Adaptability to different types of content, tones, and styles.
13. Portfolio or Samples:
- Providing a portfolio or samples of your work can demonstrate your translation abilities and give employers an insight into your skills.
Benefits
1. Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills in the translation field.
2. Professional Growth: Join a team that values continuous learning and offers opportunities for skill enhancement, professional development, and advancement within the organization.
3. Diverse Work: Translate a wide range of content across various industries, gaining exposure to different subject matters and enhancing your linguistic versatility.
4. Meaningful Contribution: Contribute to effective global communication by ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive translations that bridge linguistic and cultural gaps.
5. Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a work-life balance that suits your needs.
6. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, project managers, and editors to create high-quality translations and foster a collaborative work environment.
7. Portfolio Development: Enhance your portfolio with a variety of translation projects that showcase your skills and expertise.
Skills Required
- Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic (source language)
- Advanced proficiency in Hebrew (target language)
- Relevant work experience as a translator (employment, freelance, or internships)
- Portfolio or samples of previous translations
- Understanding of cultural nuances and ability to adapt content to target audiences
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace for formatting and editing
- Familiarity with translation software and CAT tools
- Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or related field
- Specialized domain knowledge (legal, medical, technical) when applicable
- Strong proofreading and editing skills
- Clear and effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Research skills to handle unfamiliar terminology
- High ethical standards and ability to handle confidential information
- Flexibility to adapt to different content types, tones, and styles
What We Do
MENA Alliances is a woman-owned talent and technology services company connecting global businesses with vetted professionals from the Middle East and North Africa. It provides on-demand remote tech teams, recruitment and staffing models, software development, data labeling and annotation, translation and localization, and project-based delivery. Its mission includes expanding opportunities for women and young people while helping clients scale technical capabilities.







