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MCIS Language Solutions —Toronto, ON
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- In-person
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MCIS Language Solutions —Toronto, ON
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Freelance African Language Interpreters — Canada-Wide

Sako Voices
Remote

Quick apply

Job details

Casual | Freelance
$25–$60 an hour

Qualifications

French
Somali
Interpretation
Oromo
English
Amharic
Communication skills
Swahili

Full job description

Freelance African Language Interpreters — Canada-Wide

Company: Sako Voices
Job Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor / On-Call
Compensation: CA$35–$60 per hour, depending on assignment
Location: Canada-Wide
Work Format: Remote (VRI/OPI) & In-Person

About Sako Voices

Sako Voices is a Canadian Language Service Provider (LSP) specializing in African, rare, and underserved languages.

We connect organizations with qualified interpreters, translators, and linguists to support effective communication in government, immigration, legal, healthcare, community-service, and institutional environments.

Sako Voices is expanding its Canada-wide interpreter network and is seeking qualified freelance interpreters for current and future assignments.

Languages We Are Recruiting

We are particularly interested in interpreters working in:

Somali
Amharic
Tigrinya
Oromo
Afar
Bambara
Dyula / Dioula / Juula
Malinké / Maninka
Mandinka / Mandingo
Fulani / Fulfulde / Pulaar / Peul
Wolof
Soninke
Susu
Lingala
Swahili / Kiswahili
Kikongo
Kituba
Tshiluba
Yoruba
Igbo
Hausa
Twi
Fante
Ewe
Ga
Ibibio
Efik
Fon
Baoulé
Mooré / Mossi
Malagasy
Kinyarwanda
Kirundi
Zulu
Xhosa
Afrikaans

Other African, rare, and underserved languages are strongly encouraged to apply.

If your language is not listed above, you may still submit an application.

Responsibilities

Depending on the assignment, freelance interpreters may:

Provide professional consecutive interpretation
Provide Video Remote Interpretation (VRI)
Provide Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI)
Attend in-person interpretation assignments
Interpret accurately between the source and target languages
Preserve meaning, tone, and intent
Maintain strict confidentiality
Remain impartial and professional
Follow client-specific terminology, procedures, and protocols
Arrive or connect on time for accepted assignments
Communicate availability and scheduling changes promptly

Assignments may involve:

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

Fluency or near-native proficiency in at least one African language
Strong proficiency in English and/or French
Excellent listening and communication skills
Ability to interpret accurately and impartially
Understanding of confidentiality and professional ethics
Professional and reliable communication
Reliable internet connection and appropriate equipment for remote assignments

Previous professional interpretation experience is preferred.

Experience in legal, immigration, government, healthcare, or community interpretation is an asset.

Interpreter training, professional certifications, security clearances, professional memberships, and relevant educational qualifications are considered assets.

Compensation

CA$35–$60 per hour, depending on the assignment.

Rates may vary according to:

Language and availability
Assignment type and complexity
OPI, VRI, or in-person delivery
Interpreter experience and qualifications
Specialized legal, healthcare, immigration, or government requirements
Location and travel requirements
Client-specific requirements

Rare or difficult-to-source languages and highly specialized assignments may qualify for different rates.

The applicable rate and assignment terms will be communicated and agreed upon before an interpreter accepts an assignment.

This is freelance, assignment-based work. Joining the Sako Voices interpreter network does not guarantee a minimum number of assignments or working hours.

Interpreters may accept or decline individual assignments according to their availability.

Canada-Wide Opportunities

We are building our network across Canada, including:

Applicants should provide their city/province and indicate whether they are available for:

In-person assignments
Video Remote Interpretation (VRI)
Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI)

How to Apply

Complete the Sako Voices Interpreter Recruitment Form:

https://forms.gle/7g6jrsWKG9g3kPfB7

Please provide complete information about your:

Language(s) and dialect(s)
City and province
English/French proficiency
Interpretation experience
Areas of specialization
Availability
Remote and/or in-person capabilities
Training and certifications

Selected applicants may be contacted by Sako Voices for additional screening, documentation, onboarding, and assignment opportunities.

Join the Sako Voices Interpreter Network

https://forms.gle/7g6jrsWKG9g3kPfB7

Help organizations communicate effectively with Canada's diverse communities while improving access to professional interpretation in African, rare, and underserved languages.

SAKO VOICES
Canadian Language Service Provider (LSP)

African, Rare & Underserved Languages

Interpretation Translation Language Solutions

African Languages. Global Reach.

Pay: $25.00-$60.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote

Quick apply

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Mandarin and Cantonese MDYR

English to Canadian French linguists (Freelance) (R20)

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