Call for Consultancy - Translation Services of Financial Literacy Course Content to Lusoga and Rukiga local languages.

Deliverables

The service provider will be expected to deliver the following outputs:

1. Translated Documents of about 80 pages of each of the 2 local languages (Lusoga and Rukiga): High-quality accurate translations of the financial literacy content of 80 pages in English to be availed by SNV.
2. Proofread and Quality-Checked Documents: Final translated document thoroughly proofread and validated for accuracy completeness and technical precision.

Submission of an assignment completion report outlining services performed challenges encountered and applicable recommendations.

Qualifications :

Expected Qualifications and Experience

The ideal service provider must demonstrate the following:

1.   Language Proficiency:  Proficiency in English and the two local languages viz Lusoga and Rukiga.
2. Experience: Proven experience providing translation services preferably internation organisations. Demonstrated experience in translating technical financial services content is highly desirable.
3. Resources and Capacity: Evidence of a well-trained and professional team and proven use of appropriate tools and technology to ensure consistency and accuracy of translations.
4. Accreditations and References: Accreditation with recognized professional translation bodies is desirable.
5. Submission of at least two references for similar assignment contracts with organizations.

Additional Information :

Timeline and Duration of the Assignment

The assignment will commence upon the signing of the service agreement and will continue for a period of one and half (1.5) calendar months.

Proposal Submission Requirements

Interested service providers are required to submit a comprehensive proposal that includes the following components:

1. Legal and administrative documents: trading license tax clearance certificate of incorporation memorandum & articles of association if applicable.
2. Company Profile: Organizational history expertise and experience in providing translation services.
3. Approach and Methodology: Description of how the provider will meet the objectives outlined in this ToR including quality assurance measures.
4. Technical Proposal: Demonstration of sector-specific knowledge particularly related to translation services.  A proposed activities schedule/work plan with a time frame.
5. Financial Proposal: A clear itemized and cost breakdown including fees per page (or word)   of times new roman font font size 12 with 1.5 spacing for translation services.
6. References: Details of at least two previous assignments of a similar nature with contact details for verification. One recent example of a similar translated text in one of the stipulated local languages in 7(a) will be an added advantage.
7. Team Composition and Resources: Information on the qualifications of translators proofreaders and other relevant personnel and the tools/technology to be utilized. The team should be comprised of native speakers who possess deep understanding of the nuances cultural context and idiomatic expressions of Lusoga and Rukiga.  

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following:

Criteria                                                                                                                 Weight (%)               

Relevant experience in translation services                                                          20%

Experience in translating financial education-related technical documents           20%

Methodology and approach to ensure quality and timeliness                                20%   

Team qualifications and expertise                                                                          20%

Cost and financial proposal                                                                                    20%                                 

How to apply

Mode of Submission of Technical and Financial Proposals.

Interested eligible firms are requested to submit technical & financial proposals in a sealed envelope clearly marked with T&FP-Provision of Consultancy Services for Translation Services of Financial Literacy Course content by 17:00 hrs 25th July 2025 and or by email to: with the subject line T&FP-Provision of Consultancy Services for Translation Services of Financial Literacy Course Content.  

Disclaimer. 
SNV reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications submitted. SNV can stop this procurement at any time without the need to explain or extend the deadline for submission once it sees fit. In case you do not hear from SNV within three weeks of the closure of the application process consider yourself unsuccessful. SNV also reserves the right to reject and cancel this call-in in case any illegal corrupt coercive or collusive practices are noticed. Late applications will be rejected. Please note that viewing downloading or otherwise using the TOR constitutes acceptance on your part of all the above-noted statements and conditions.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract