Simultaneous Translation Services

Organization/Project: Branch of Family Health International (FHI 360) in Tajikistan

Title of your announcement: Simultaneous Translation Services

Closing date: October 13, 2024

Background :

FHI 360 is a global organization that mobilizes research, resources, and relationships so people everywhere have access to the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy lives. With collaborations in over 60 countries, we work directly with local leaders to advance social and economic equity, improve health and well-being, respond to humanitarian crises, and strengthen community resilience. We share data-driven insights and scalable tools that expand access and equity so communities can effectively address complex challenges, respond to shocks, and achieve thriving futures.

The Branch of Family Health International (FHI 360) in the Republic of Tajikistan is a separate structural unit of Family Health International (FHI 360), a non-profit organization created and operating in accordance with the laws of the state of North Carolina, USA, with a project office in Dushanbe, Republic Tajikistan.

The main goal and objective of FHI 360 is to, by representing the interests of the Organization in the Republic of Tajikistan, promote the creation of innovative solutions in the social and economic spheres, as well as in the development, implementation and promotion of health activities on a long-term basis through the development of comprehensive solutions. This work to address the challenges of integrated development will be carried out in partnership with various government and non-government agencies, non-profit organizations and other organizations, including companies or corporations.

Purpose of the assignment:

The Branch of Family Health International (FHI 360) in Tajikistan intends to enter into Master Service Agreement (MSA) with successful vendor based in Dushanbe, Kulob, Bokhtar and Khujand cities for the purpose of provision of Simultaneous translation services for one year with possible extension for up to 2 years based on performance of the MSA holders.

The service provider will be requested to provide simultaneous interpretation services during project events (ceremonies, workshops, trainings, conferences, informative community events, etc.) and meetings (technical working groups meetings, meetings between international advisors/experts or FHI360 representatives and local

counterparts, etc.).

The service provide shall deliver translation services for the below listed language pairs:

1. English – Tajik
2. English - Russian
3. Tajik – English
4. Tajik- Russian
5. Russian – English 
6. Russian – Tajik 

Minimum qualification requirements:

1. Individuals, officially registered Companies or Private Entrepreneurs legally operating on the territory of the Republic of Tajikistan.
2. At least 5 years of experience in simultaneous translation and interpretation services;
3. Education in relevant fields (translation and interpreting, literature, and any other relevant department);
4. Experience in the knowledge of medical terms, particularly related to TB, HIV/AIDS, COVID-19 and others;
5. At least 4 years of working experience with international organizations.
6. Availability of at least 2 contact information and/or recommendation letters on completion of similar activities stipulated in this RFQ.