Translate/proofread survey about COVID-19 behaviours from English to Malayalam
Translate and proofread a survey on COVID-19 behaviours from English to Malayalam
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Overview
Translate and proofread a survey on COVID-19 behaviours from English to Malayalam
You have:
- Native in Malayalam and fluent in English.
- Availability to commit between 1-5 hours per week for 20 weeks.
- Submit a one-paragraph translation as part of the selection process.
Contract
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WISE is looking for 4 online volunteers to help us translate/proofread a survey form on COVID-19 behaviours in Singapore (rebrand.ly/covidsgsurveySR) from English to Malayalam. The document will be used by WISE to survey non-English language speaking communities in Singapore, and gain a better understanding of what strategies are effective in encourage people to practice safe distancing and hygienic behaviours in order to stay safe from COVID-19. The text to be translated is around 5,000 words long with relevant sub-tasks.
- COVID-19 Response
Translation and interpretation
To contribute to the COVID-19 response, WISE is leveraging our experience in behaviour change to carry out a survey on COVID-19 behaviours in Singapore. Through the survey we hope to contribute to a better understanding of how everyone can work together to stay safe from COVID-19. Translating the survey will enable us to reach people who might not be comfortable or able to do the survey in English.
Volunteers: 4 needed
1-5 hours per week / 20 weeks
Candidates should be native in Malayalam and fluent in English. A one-paragraph translation will be requested as part of the selection process.
Singapore
- English, Malayalam
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with translation and proofreading? | This question assesses your background in language skills and relevant experience. | Share specific instances where your translation and proofreading skills were utilized successfully. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy in translation? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining quality in your work. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle cultural nuances in translations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced while translating and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to volunteer for this COVID-19 survey project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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