Sign Language Interpreter – Preferred Supplier List Invitation

About the role

Sightsavers is inviting qualified sign language interpreters in Tanzania to join its Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Selected consultants will be considered for short‑term, intermittent assignments supporting the Mastercard Foundation Digital Futures Programme and other Sightsavers activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial interpretation between the relevant national sign language and spoken language for meetings, workshops, trainings, webinars, field visits and recorded content.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing agendas, slides, technical terminology and any safeguarding or accessibility notes.
• Maintain professional neutrality, confidentiality and strict adherence to Sightsavers’ safeguarding and data‑protection policies.
• Advise on additional accessibility support needed, such as co‑interpreters, captioning or relay services.

Required profile

• Professional experience delivering sign language interpretation in the national sign language and the corresponding spoken language.
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture, disability inclusion and the ability to work respectfully with diverse participants, including children and adults at risk.
• Willingness to complete due‑diligence checks, safeguarding briefings and right‑to‑work verification before any assignment.

Required skills

• Ability to interpret accurately in sensitive or technical contexts.
• Capability to prepare for assignments by reviewing background materials and clarifying terminology in advance.