Interpreter

Interpreters use their knowledge of languages and cultures to convert a spoken or signed language into another spoken or signed language, usually within a limited time frame and in the presence of the participants requiring the translation.

Interpreters may perform the following tasks:

• interpret verbal or signed communications between two parties
• provide simultaneous or consecutive interpretations of conversations or speeches
• orally translate written texts.

Specialisations:

Interpreters usually specialise in a particular language and may also specialise in a particular subject area, such as commerce, legal, medical, science, technical or welfare fields.

Personal Requirements:

• excellent command of English
• knowledge in, or ability to learn, at least one other language
• able to work accurately and objectively
• initiative and research skills
• broad general knowledge
• good concentration skills
• high memory retention
• able to maintain confidentiality
• understanding and acceptance of different cultures.

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