The Bible Society of Nigeria was founded on 8th February, 1966 through the pioneering efforts of the late Dr. Francis Ezeogo Akanu Ibiam, the first indigenous Governor of the defunct Eastern Region. Earlier in February, 1965 Dr. Ibiam had initiated a consultation with representatives of most of the Churches [Church organizations] in Nigeria on the need to form a national Bible Society in Nigeria. It was the unanimous decision of that meeting that The Bible Society of Nigeria be formed which consequently led to its formation and inauguration on February 8, 1966.
Before 1966, The Society was under the supervision of the British and Foreign Bible Society [BFBS] which had operated in Nigeria as far back as 1807. Then the Bible House, Apapa was serving as a distribution centre to other neighbouring West African countries.Job Description
The Computer Assisted Publishing Officer (Translation) ensures that translators maintain the general UBS standards in terms of manuscript keyboarding and presentation for publishing, following the rules.
S/he ensures that all materials to be presented for publication are complete, correct, and consistent in all respects.
Responsibilities
The Computer Assisted Publishing Officer is a senior staff member of the BSN with the following responsibilities:
Working closely with the translation officers to ensure completeness and correctness of all materials/items submitted for publication.
Train translators in the use of translation software.
Ensure that the text of a translation of any project is keyboarded in electronic format, using the appropriate unified standard format markers and codes.
Carrying out systematic checks of all formal features of the manuscript, according to the quality and special needs of each item, formulating clear lists of points to be queried, and notes of corrections proposed to be made in the manuscript during checking for confirmation by the translator.
Assisting translators to correct manuscripts meticulously and thoroughly.
Checking and assisting translators to correct proofs at various stages.
Ensure that the final presentation of text, illustrations, and other parts of a translation is error-free and complete.
Should finalise the manuscript for publication (typesetting).
Should be prepared to travel to the field to work with translators.
To possess high analytical and creative ability as well as technical competency.
To partake in the fundraising and distribution of the Bible.
To carry out any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by your immediate supervisor.
Works closely with the AGSP, MP, TO-iT, and the translation team to ensure that translators strictly observe the linguistic nuances of the receptor language.
Requirements
HND / Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Publishing, Linguistics, or any related field).
Proven experience of at least 3 years in Bible translation or a related field.
Excellent technical skills, including proficiency in translation software (e.g., Paratext).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong commitment to the mission and values of the Bible Society of Nigeria.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong integrity and confidentiality.
