Offer summary

Qualifications:

Full proficiency in the Nuer language (ISO: nus_latn_sd), Professional experience in Linguistics, Translation, Transcription, or localization preferred, Proficiency in computer skills, including MAC and PC platforms, Microsoft Applications, and G Suite, Strong grammar, orthography, and punctuation skills with a required proficiency test..

Key responsabilities:

Review transcriptions to ensure they meet project specifications

Provide feedback to transcribers and facilitate training on quality standards

Monitor team progress and performance to ensure timely project completion

Troubleshoot issues reported by transcribers in collaboration with the Team Services Manager.

Job description

Nuer Project Manager

Location: Remote

Status: Project Based (Contract)

Compensation: Per audio minute, see below for details

Benefits: Ability to work remotely, flexible schedule

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager [internal title: Key Project Manager] assists the Transcription Team Manager [internal title: Division Manager] in facilitating successful project completion and reviewing transcription team member deliverables to ensure quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Review transcriptions in accordance with project specifications
Distribute feedback to transcribers
Facilitating training on quality standards
Facilitating training on proper use of platforms associated with the project
Regular and prompt communication in English
Monitoring team progress and performance, while ensuring timely project completion
Troubleshoot alongside Team Services Manager and department Operations Coordinator to resolve any issues reported by transcribers during their work, such as bad data, technical issues, etc

REQUIREMENTS

- Full proficiency in the Nuer language (ISO: nus_latn_sd)
- Professional work experience in Linguistics, Translation, Transcription or localization, strongly preferred
- Proficiency in computer and internet skills
- Competency on both MAC and PC platforms, Microsoft Applications, and G Suite
- Strong grammar, orthography, and punctuation skills; a proficiency test will be required
- Responsive with timely email access
- Effective web search skills
- Ability to onboard within two weeks
- Preferred, experience using Upwork

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

- Compensation as noted below:
- Transcription: USD $2.00 per audio minute transcribed
- Reviewing: USD $0.70 per audio minute reviewed
- KPM: USD $0.15 per audio minute completed (total of all project audio minutes)
- The projected project volume is currently 150 audio hours (project volume may fluctuate)

Note: Division Managers are encouraged to participate in all three phases of the project (transcription, review, and management). Division Managers who transcribe and review will be compensated for these activities in addition to the estimated compensation they will earn for their management duties. The estimated compensation associated with management duties is paid out over the course of the project as the team completes the assigned audio minutes.

Payment will be made on a 60-day pay cycle
Payment methods are PayPal, Payoneer or otherwise agreed upon method
- Productive Playhouse will cover platform fees associated with the accepted payment platforms

Please note that the pay rate is in US dollars and payment will be made in US dollars. The amount in local currency will vary according to exchange rates.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Productive Playhouse Inc. (PPH) is a global data company. From our start, forward thinking in language acquisition and carefully observed cultural experience have defined the Productive Playhouse mission and driven our teams.

Our growth into a full-service data company began in 2011 and has expanded rapidly over the last decade. PPH currently offers our clients a wide range of data services including transcription, translation, linguistic analysis, rating, systems testing, localization, field and studio recording, language skill verification, and sensitive and diversity-focused data handling, with additional services being added continuously.

The job description provided is designed to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and the general nature of the work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Productive Playhouse reserves the right to modify or revise the job description as necessary

Productive Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. Employment with Productive Playhouse is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the employer can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

All offers of employment at Productive Playhouse are contingent upon the candidate’s ability to provide valid documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States or relevant hiring location. Productive Playhouse participates in E-Verify.

Productive Playhouse provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources ([email protected])