Assistant Director: Terminology Coordination-Isixhosa

Requirements

Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; A minimum three-year National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Degree (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Language Practice/ Linguistics/ Translation and Interpreting Studies/ BA /BEd with a major in isiXhosa; 2-3 years relevant experience with at least 2 years as a Language Practitioner in a terminological or lexicographical environment; Knowledge of Public Service Regulations; Knowledge of terminological and lexicographical principles; Knowledge of relevant prescripts and Regulations; Knowledge and understanding of Language policies and procedures; Knowledge of Terminology Management System; Strong editing, proofreading, and writing skills; Excellent command of at least two official languages (including English); 99 Project Management skills; advanced computer skills; Problem solving and Analysis; Presentation skills; Good Communication and interpersonal relations

Key Responsibilities

The purpose of the position is to ensure that a multilingual technical terminology service is rendered in the department through source text development; target text development; compilation of front and back matter; project management; stakeholder collaboration; development of national terminology policy and implementation; publication and dissemination of terminology lists; recording of minutes; translation-oriented terminography; conducting terminology research; management of the Terminology Management System (TMS); management of the National Terminology Register and the National Term Bank; conducting training on principles of terminology management and people management. Collaboration with other language stakeholders and continuous liaison with institutions and members of language communities; Supervise subordinates.

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