Chinese–English Interpreter

Project:  Rehabilitation of Chiweta – Wovwe Bridge Road Section on Karonga -Chiweta (M001) Road. (53km Lot 1)

Location: Karonga District, Malawi (site based)

Contract Duration:  24 months (project based)

Report to:  Assistant Project Manager

POSITION: CHINESE–ENGLISH INTERPRETER

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Chinese–English Interpreter to join our road construction project in Northern Malawi.

The successful candidate will help our Chinese management and staff communicate effectively with local workers, clients, consultants, government officials, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Duties and responsibilities

• Provide Chinese–English interpretation between Chinese staff and local workers at the project site.
• Interpret during meetings with clients, consultants, government officials, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with interpretation during project meetings, site inspections, and daily operations.
• Accompany Chinese staff when handling labour-related matters, immigration issues, community engagement, procurement, and other official or business activities.
• Support daily communication between Chinese and Malawian team members.
• Perform other interpretation duties as required by project management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a Malawian citizen.
• Able to speak and understand both Chinese (Mandarin) and English.
• Must be willing to live and work at the project site in Northern Malawi.
• Previous Chinese language studies, such as at a Confucius Institute or other Chinese language training institution, will be an added advantage.
• Previous road construction or site experience is not required.
• Must be willing to learn, hardworking, responsible, and able to work with a team.
• Must be physically fit and able to follow the project’s working schedule.

Working conditions and benefits

• An opportunity to work with an international road construction team.
• Practical experience in Chinese–English interpretation.
• An opportunity to develop language and professional skills in the construction industry.

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter to: [email protected] or [email protected] or you can deliver by hand at our Head office situated at Golden Peacock Floor Number 4

Closing date: 17th November, 2026.

Please indicate “Interpreter” in your email subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.