VACANCY
Job title: Independent Contractor X6 (6 months)
Type: Permanent ☐ Fixed Term ☒ Temporary ☐
Main purpose of the job: To provide transcription services to the division based on project demands.
Location: PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto
Closing date: 16 September 2022
Submit detailed CV to: Connie Nhlapo vacancies13@witshealth.co.za
Advert reference number: PHRU- IC
In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Our Organisation maintains a Mandatory COVID-19 requirement and as such only COVID-19 Vaccinated incumbents will be considered for positions
Key performance areas
Transcribe audio recordings.
Translate audio recordings.
Expected turnaround time per hour recording: maximum 3 days.
Review of transcribed and/or translated audio recordings.
Required minimum education and training
Grade 12
Required minimum work experience
At least 6 months’ work experience would be an advantage.
Requirements of the job
Access to a laptop/desktop.
Access to data/WIFI (to download audio recording and send transcripts).
A thorough understanding of Zulu/Sotho and English language and grammar is crucial.
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
Strong attention to detail.
Writing skills.
Discretion – A professional and discreet manner is essential.
Computer skills – Need to be computer savvy and able to use word processing software.
Listening skills –The ability to listen carefully to audio recordings and interpret them appropriately.
Time management – ability to meet deadlines.
Undergraduate Degree in social science and experience in research environment will be an advantage.
Should you be interested in applying for this vacancy, please send an email to vacancies13@witshealth.co.za.
The subject heading of the email must read PHRU- IC and the job title of position applying for. Please include the following documentation:
• A cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for
• A detailed CV
he Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications unsuccessful