Virtual Translator – English ↔ Yoruba
Job Summary
HR Service Jobs is seeking a highly proficient and culturally fluent Virtual Translator – English ↔ Yoruba to support remote translation and interpretation tasks across digital platforms. As a translator, you will play a key role in breaking language barriers by ensuring clear and accurate communication for our diverse client base. This position is ideal for candidates with a passion for linguistics, cultural sensitivity, and remote work flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
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Translate written and audio content from English to Yoruba and vice versa with a high degree of accuracy.
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Review and edit translated materials to maintain quality and tone consistency.
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Provide live interpretation for virtual meetings, video calls, and recorded content when required.
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Localize website, app, or marketing content to resonate with Yoruba-speaking audiences.
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Maintain confidentiality and cultural relevance in all communications.
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Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other translators to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality output.
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Use digital tools and software to manage assignments and translations efficiently.
• Required Skills and Qualifications
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Fluency in both English and Yoruba (written and spoken) is mandatory.
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Excellent grammar, syntax, and vocabulary in both languages.
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Strong comprehension of cultural nuances, dialects, and idiomatic expressions.
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Proficiency in using translation tools and online communication platforms.
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Ability to work independently and deliver under strict deadlines.
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High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience
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Minimum 1 year of experience in translation or interpretation services (freelance or employed).
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Experience working with international clients or multilingual content is preferred.
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Familiarity with subtitle creation or transcription is an added advantage.
• Working Hours
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Flexible scheduling available: Choose between part-time or full-time work.
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Most assignments will be deadline-based, with occasional real-time interpretation during standard business hours (GMT/WAT preferred).
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Strong understanding of both Western and Yoruba cultural contexts.
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Ability to convey tone, emotion, and meaning beyond direct word-for-word translation.
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Competence in using MS Office, Google Workspace, and remote collaboration tools like Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
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Capable of managing multiple projects with varying priorities.
• Benefits
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100% Remote Work – operate from anywhere with a stable internet connection.
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Competitive compensation per project or hourly (based on experience).
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Flexible workload tailored to your availability.
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Opportunities for professional development and training in linguistic tools.
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Exposure to global clients and diverse content types (corporate, medical, legal, entertainment).
• Why Join HR Service Jobs?
At HR Service Jobs, we value linguistic talent and cultural diversity. Our team supports global brands in breaking communication barriers and reaching multicultural audiences. As a virtual translator, you will join a supportive, remote-first culture where your skills help shape impactful communication. Whether you are building a career in translation or seeking flexible freelance opportunities, we offer the platform to grow.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
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An updated CV
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A brief cover letter describing language proficiency and translation experience
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At least one sample of a previous English ↔ Yoruba translation (or a link to portfolio)
• Send your application to us with the subject line: Virtual Translator – English ↔ Yoruba.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online language assessment.
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HR Service Jobs is seeking a highly proficient and culturally fluent Virtual Translator – English ↔ Yoruba to support remote translation and interpretation tasks across digital platforms. As a translator, you will play a key role in breaking language barriers by ensuring clear and accurate communication for our diverse client base. This position is ideal for candidates with a passion for linguistics, cultural sensitivity, and remote work flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
• *
Translate written and audio content from English to Yoruba and vice versa with a high degree of accuracy.
• *
Review and edit translated materials to maintain quality and tone consistency.
• *
Provide live interpretation for virtual meetings, video calls, and recorded content when required.
• *
Localize website, app, or marketing content to resonate with Yoruba-speaking audiences.
• *
Maintain confidentiality and cultural relevance in all communications.
• *
Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other translators to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality output.
• *
Use digital tools and software to manage assignments and translations efficiently.
• Required Skills and Qualifications
• *
Fluency in both English and Yoruba (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• *
Excellent grammar, syntax, and vocabulary in both languages.
• *
Strong comprehension of cultural nuances, dialects, and idiomatic expressions.
• *
Proficiency in using translation tools and online communication platforms.
• *
Ability to work independently and deliver under strict deadlines.
• *
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience
• *
Minimum 1 year of experience in translation or interpretation services (freelance or employed).
• *
Experience working with international clients or multilingual content is preferred.
• *
Familiarity with subtitle creation or transcription is an added advantage.
• Working Hours
• *
Flexible scheduling available: Choose between part-time or full-time work.
• *
Most assignments will be deadline-based, with occasional real-time interpretation during standard business hours (GMT/WAT preferred).
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• *
Strong understanding of both Western and Yoruba cultural contexts.
• *
Ability to convey tone, emotion, and meaning beyond direct word-for-word translation.
• *
Competence in using MS Office, Google Workspace, and remote collaboration tools like Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
• *
Capable of managing multiple projects with varying priorities.
• Benefits
• *
100% Remote Work – operate from anywhere with a stable internet connection.
• *
Competitive compensation per project or hourly (based on experience).
• *
Flexible workload tailored to your availability.
• *
Opportunities for professional development and training in linguistic tools.
• *
Exposure to global clients and diverse content types (corporate, medical, legal, entertainment).
• Why Join HR Service Jobs?
At HR Service Jobs, we value linguistic talent and cultural diversity. Our team supports global brands in breaking communication barriers and reaching multicultural audiences. As a virtual translator, you will join a supportive, remote-first culture where your skills help shape impactful communication. Whether you are building a career in translation or seeking flexible freelance opportunities, we offer the platform to grow.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
• *
An updated CV
• *
A brief cover letter describing language proficiency and translation experience
• *
At least one sample of a previous English ↔ Yoruba translation (or a link to portfolio)
• Send your application to us with the subject line: Virtual Translator – English ↔ Yoruba.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online language assessment.
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Apply To this Job