Translator Consultant at Q2IMPACT in Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

About Q2IMPACT:

Q2IMPACT is a data-first organization known for delivering innovative, customized solutions in monitoring, evaluation, learning, digital transformation, and performance management for government, security, and development partners. Drawing on deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital platforms, and AI, we help clients solve their most complex data, knowledge management, and operational challenges. Our collaborative culture values curiosity, partnership, and technical excellence.

Position Summary:

The Client is seeking an experienced Swahili–English Translator Consultant to support a short-term evaluation assignment in Kenya. The Consultant will support real-time interpretation during qualitative data collection activities, including Key Informant Interviews (KIIs). The role requires experience working in evaluation or research contexts and the ability to accurately convey technical and project-related information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consecutive interpretation support during KIIs and other interviews with project stakeholders, regulators, private sector representatives, and other relevant actors, as needed.
• Support the evaluation team during interviews by ensuring clear, accurate, and complete communication between interviewers and respondents.
• Assist with clarification of interview notes or review of translated content to ensure accuracy and consistency with original meanings.
• Coordinate closely with evaluation team members to ensure consistent use of terminology and alignment with evaluation objectives.
• Support qualitative data collection activities in a professional and confidential manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Native or near-native fluency in Swahili and English.
• Demonstrated experience providing written translation and oral interpretation services.
• Prior experience supporting qualitative data collection, including KIIs, interviews, or similar research activities.
• Experience translating technical, infrastructure, energy, or development-sector materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately convey nuance and technical concepts.
• Ability to work independently under a short-term consulting arrangement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience on IFC-, World Bank-, AfDB-, or USG-financed projects.
• Prior experience supporting monitoring, evaluation, or research projects.
• Familiarity with development finance, infrastructure, or energy-sector projects.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary international teams.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

The Consultant will report to the Project Team Leader for technical direction and to the Project Manager for administrative matters.

DURATION

• Consultancy Duration: Approximately 3 days

WORKING CONDITIONS & REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

The incumbent in these positions will work in the field and will utilize thefollowing equipment when working

• Computer (laptop or desktop)
• Telephone
• Printer (Optional)

The physical demands and work environment that have been described is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of these positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

These position descriptions provide an overview of the major functions and requirements of these roles. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the positions; the Employee’s Manager may assign other duties as related or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary within the general scope, without the need for additional compensation.