Rsl - Interpretation In Rw&a Sign Language at ACCESSENABLE Ltd

Position Title: Rsl - Interpretation In Rw&a Sign Language

Employer: ACCESSENABLE Ltd

Employment: Full-Time | Contract

Place of Work: Kigali - Rwanda

Posted date: 1 month ago

Deadline: Submission date is over

About AccessEnable

AccessEnable is a woman-founded, mission-driven organization committed to empowering persons with disabilities. We design and deliver practical, innovative, and digital solutions that create inclusive, adaptive, and equitable opportunities in education, employment, and entrepreneurship. Our focus is on enabling children and youth with disabilities to thrive academically, socially, and to live independently.

We work to break down the barriers that hinder inclusion, ranging from societal stigma and inaccessible learning resources to limited skills training and physical challenges. By addressing these obstacles, we strive to expand access to quality education, dignified employment, and sustainable entrepreneurship opportunities for persons with disabilities across the continent.

At AccessEnable, we are a team of passionate individuals committed to driving meaningful change and making a positive impact. We are seeking a dedicated Rwanda Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI) to join us in advancing our mission.

Location: The role is based in Kigali / Rwanda.

Contract length: Open-ended

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, faithful, and culturally appropriate interpretation in Rwanda Sign Language (RSL) across meetings, trainings, classrooms, field activities, and community events.
• Facilitate two-way communication between Deaf/Hard of Hearing staff and hearing colleagues, and partners.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing agendas, materials, and terminology; clarify concepts to ensure shared understanding.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries in all interpreted interactions.
• Advise teams on best practices for accessible meetings and inclusive communication.
• Support remote interpretation (video) when needed and coordinate schedules with multiple teams.
• Continuously improve interpretation quality through feedback, mentorship, and professional development.
• Accurately log assignments and contribute to reporting on accessibility support provided.

Additional job responsibilitiesThe duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within the reasonableness of their level of capacity.

Qualifications and experience

• Proficiency in Rwanda Sign Language (RSL) with at least five (5) years of professional interpreting experience.
• Relevant certification in RSL training and a recommendation letter signed by the Chairperson or Executive Director of the Rwanda National Union of the Deaf (RNUD).
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English (spoken and written); French is an asset.Strong interpersonal, listening, and note-taking skills; able to interpret consecutively and, where appropriate, simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders in dynamic environments.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field is an added advantage.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.
• Hybrid working arrangement based in Kigali, offering flexibility and collaboration.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and innovation.