Kijenge Animal Products Limited (KAPL) is seeking a Chinese Language Interpreter. (1 Position) Employment Type: Specific Tender. Location: Arusha. The Chinese Interpreter & Translator will provide accurate and professional language support across spoken and written communications between KAPL employees and Chinese-speaking parties. The role requires availability for meetings, negotiations, site visits, correspondence, and document translation at short notice.

Responsibilities or duties

• Provide real-time oral interpretation during meetings, negotiations, plant visits, and business discussions involving Chinese-speaking partners or clients.
• Translate written documents including contracts, correspondence, technical manuals, emails, and reports between Mandarin Chinese and English and Swahili where required.
• Accompany senior management during business engagements requiring Chinese language facilitation.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and professional conduct in all interpretation and translation assignments.
• Maintain organized records of translated documents and communication logs.
• Liaise with Chinese suppliers and partners on behalf of KAPL management as directed.
• Flag and clarify cultural nuances or communication gaps that may affect business relationships.
• Support documentation of business agreements and technical specifications in both languages.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Degree or Diploma in Chinese Language, Translation, Linguistics, International Relations, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (HSK Level 5 or 6 preferred) with strong written and spoken command of Swahili and English.
• Familiarity with business trade (import and export) and technical terminology in both Chinese and English.
• Exceptional listening, comprehension, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in both written and oral work.
• Integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic business situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel when required.

Experience needed

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in interpretation or translation, preferably in a business, manufacturing, or trade environment.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

• Candidates who have studied or worked in China will have an added advantage.
• Possessing a valid international passport is an added advantage.

• Provide real-time oral interpretation during meetings, negotiations, plant visits, and business discussions involving Chinese-speaking partners or clients.
• Translate written documents including contracts, correspondence, technical manuals, emails, and reports between Mandarin Chinese and English and Swahili where required.
• Accompany senior management during business engagements requiring Chinese language facilitation.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and professional conduct in all interpretation and translation assignments.
• Maintain organized records of translated documents and communication logs.
• Liaise with Chinese suppliers and partners on behalf of KAPL management as directed.
• Flag and clarify cultural nuances or communication gaps that may affect business relationships.
• Support documentation of business agreements and technical specifications in both languages.

• Exceptional listening, comprehension, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in both written and oral work.
• Integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic business situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel when required.

• Degree or Diploma in Chinese Language, Translation, Linguistics, International Relations, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (HSK Level 5 or 6 preferred) with strong written and spoken command of Swahili and English.
• Familiarity with business trade (import and export) and technical terminology in both Chinese and English.
• Candidates who have studied or worked in China will have an added advantage.
• Possessing a valid international passport is an added advantage.