Job Title: Sign Language Interpreter
Location: Bangalore, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are looking for a skilled and passionate Sign Language Interpreter to join our team in Bangalore. The candidate will be responsible for providing interpretation services to facilitate effective communication between deaf/hard-of-hearing employees/beneficiaries and hearing individuals across meetings, training sessions, workshops, and day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide real-time interpretation between spoken language and Indian Sign Language (ISL) in meetings, trainings, workshops, and events.
- Support deaf/hard-of-hearing employees/clients in understanding organizational communication, policies, and processes.
- Translate written documents or presentations into sign language when required.
- Maintain confidentiality and impartiality while interpreting.
- Collaborate with HR, program teams, and external stakeholders to ensure inclusion and accessibility.
- Assist in sensitization workshops to raise awareness about sign language and deaf culture.
Requirements:
- Proficiency in Indian Sign Language (ISL).
- Certification in Sign Language Interpretation (preferred).
- Prior experience as a sign language interpreter (minimum 1–2 years preferred).
- Strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a professional environment with sensitivity to diverse needs.
- Flexibility to travel for meetings/events (if required).
Preferred Qualities:
- Experience working with NGOs, corporate inclusion programs, or educational institutions.
- Passion for inclusion, accessibility, and working with people with disabilities.
- Team player with patience and cultural awareness.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹32,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person