Translate/proofread survey about COVID-19 behaviours from English to Tagalog

Help translate/proofread a COVID-19 survey form from English to Tagalog.

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Overview

Help translate/proofread a COVID-19 survey form from English to Tagalog.

You have:

  • Native in Tagalog and fluent in English.
  • A one-paragraph translation will be requested as part of the selection process.

Contract

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WISE is looking for 3 online volunteers to help us translate/proofread a survey form on COVID-19 behaviours in Singapore (rebrand.ly/covidsgsurvey-enSR) from English to Tagalog. The document will be used by WISE to reach 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: 3 needed

  • 1-5 hours per week / 18 weeks

    Candidates should be native in Tagalog and fluent in English. A one-paragraph translation will be requested as part of the selection process.

  • Singapore

  • English, Tagalog

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with translation tasks? This question assesses your relevant experience in translation. Outline specific translation projects you've completed, emphasizing any similar topics.
How do you ensure the accuracy of your translations? This tests your attention to detail and translation skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in translation, and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is translation important in community health initiatives? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a culturally sensitive translation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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