Bible Translator

Do you have a background as a linguist? Do you have knowledge of Biblical source languages as well as experience with translating? Do you think it is of importance that people can read the Bible in their own mother tongue?

People International is always looking for qualified Bible translators in a variety of languages across the regions along the Silk Road. People International is an interdenominational mission agency.  Our missionaries in Central Asia seek to embody the Gospel in various ways. Would you like to join us? Please get in touch right away!

About the job
As a Bible Translator you collaborate in a team with both international and local colleague professionals. Your main task is the translation of needed Bible books or certain passages. The circumstances in which you accomplish this job, can vary and are dependant on the particular context. Besides your job in Bible translation you will also be part of one of our mission teams. Each team member in this team is involved in mission related activities. This vacancy provides you with an unique opportunity to  use your gifts and help people without Bible in their mother tongue, to read it one day in their heart language.

Profile

  • You have a personal relationship with God, you practice your faith and are committed to prayer.
  • You are a team player, also well able to work independently.
  • You are cultural sensitive and always willing to learn.
  • You have proven qualification and experience to work as a Bible translator.
  • You are willing to raise your own funds.
  • You are able to communicate well in English, both in spoken and written language. You have knowledge about at least one Biblical source language. You are willing to learn the main local language.
  • You agree with People International’s objectives and are willing to participate in our efforts to pursue these.

Interested? Please send us your motivational letter and CV: info@peopleinternational.nl

Asia & Oceania
Bible Translator