Transcriptionists (Kingston, Jamaica) - Houses of Parliament, Jamaica

 Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following posts:

Transcriptionists (OPS/SS 3) - Level 4 - 4 posts - Contractual

Salary: $1,007,823 - $1,197,984 p.a. plus applicable allowance(s)

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Chief Hansard Reporter, the Transcriptionist records and produces typewritten Verbatim Notes of the meetings of the Houses of Parliament and its Committees.

Key Responsibility areas:

Technical/Professional Responsibilities:

• Provides transcription services for special committee meetings, retreats and conferences
• Listens to recordings and produces accurate Verbatim Notes of meetings of the Houses of Parliament, the Senate and its Parliamentary Committees
• Ensures accuracy of transcribed text by reviewing spelling, grammar and punctuation prior to submission for checking and vetting by the Hansard Editing Section 

Required Knowledge. Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• A highly developed knowledge of English usage, grammar, spelling and construction, sufficient to accurately reflect the spoken word in text
• Strong listening  and typing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
• Experience in the use of standard computer applications particularly Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in the use of recording devices and equipment
• General knowledge of local and international current affairs
• Ability to work with a variety of persons and personalities
• An understanding of the Jamaican Parliamentary process
• Well developed emotional intelligence
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical and unusual situation in which speed, accuracy and sustained attention are essential

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma/Associate degree in Public Administration, Communication or other related field
• Training in the use of ICT applications
• Training in stenograph writing would be an asset
• Typing speed at a minimum of 120 words per minute 
• Three (3) years of experience

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted no later than Tuesday, December 20, 2022 to:

Clerk to the Houses

Houses of Parliament

Gordon House

81 Duke Street,

Kingston.

Email: clerk@japarliament.gov.jm

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.