As the Project Manager – Translation & Interpretation, you will lead the full lifecycle of government translation and interpretation initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to the highest quality standards.
1. Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, deliverables and resource allocation for translation and interpretation projects.
2. Liaise with government stakeholders, internal teams and external vendors to gather requirements, align expectations and provide regular status updates.
3. Oversee quality control of all translated materials and interpreted sessions, ensuring accuracy, cultural appropriateness and adherence to official Arabic standards.
4. Coordinate and supervise teams of translators, interpreters and editors; assign tasks, monitor progress and resolve issues.
5. Identify risks and opportunities for improvement throughout the project lifecycle and implement mitigation strategies and process enhancements.
6. Track project budgets, timelines and deliverables, and prepare clear progress reports for senior management and clients.
7. Support vendor registration and procurement processes as needed, working closely with the Business Development and Finance teams.
8. Provide guidance on examination, certification or accreditation processes related to translation and interpretation projects (preferred).
9. Embrace a proactive, improvement-oriented mindset and contribute to the continuous enhancement of project management practices.
This role demands a seasoned project manager who is fluent in both Arabic and English, with proficiency in French considered a plus.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience delivering government projects, with exposure to translation and interpretation initiatives.
- Fluent in Arabic and English; proficiency in French is an advantage.
- Proven ability to develop project plans, manage budgets and resources, and deliver complex projects on time.
- Strong understanding of translation and interpretation processes with the ability to oversee quality control and linguistic accuracy.
- Experience in stakeholder management, including government entities, public sector clients and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with certification, examination or accreditation processes related to language or translation projects is preferred.
- Highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations.
- Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) or relevant qualification is considered an advantage.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health and social insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning and development.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment aligned with Vision 2030.
