Translator

Job Description : Translator (Tamil-to-English and English-to-Tamil)

Location :

Puducherry; for projects across India

"Note : This is a

short-term contractual role , ending on

30th May 2026 .

Proficiency in Tamil language is a mandatory requirement

for this position."

About Varahe Analytics :

Varahe Analytics is one of India’s premier integrated political consulting firms, specializing in building data-driven 360-degree election management. We help our clients with strategic advice and implementation, combining data-backed insights and in-depth ground intelligence into a holistic electoral campaign.

We are passionate about our democracy and the politics that shape our world. We draw on some of the sharpest minds from distinguished institutions and diverse professional backgrounds to help us achieve our goal of building electoral strategies that spark conversations, effect change, and help shape electoral and legislative ecosystems in our country.

About the Team :

The Translation and Communication team at Varahe Analytics plays a vital role in ensuring that campaign messages, reports, and communication materials are clear, culturally relevant, and linguistically accurate across different regions.

As part of this team, you will work closely with content creators, narrative coordinators, and communication strategists to ensure seamless translation of political, social, and analytical content between Tamil and English while maintaining tone, context, and clarity.

What Would This Role Entail?

Translate a wide range of materials, including political reports, speeches, press releases, social media content, and campaign documents, from

Tamil to English

and

English to Tamil .

Ensure translations

maintain accuracy, context, and intended tone

of the original text.

Work closely with the

Narrative Coordination

and

Media Monitoring

teams to support content creation and analysis.

Proofread and edit translated documents for

grammar, consistency, and readability .

Adapt political and cultural nuances appropriately to ensure messaging resonates with the target audience.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive campaign materials and information.

Ensure timely delivery of translation assignments while meeting quality standards.

Necessary Qualifications / Skills :

Bachelor’s degree in

English, Tamil, Journalism, Linguistics, or Communications

(or any related field).

Excellent command of

Tamil, Hindi and English , with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proven ability to translate complex ideas and political terminology accurately and naturally.

Understanding of the political and social dynamics of Puducherry.

Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and meet deadlines under pressure.

Proficiency in

MS Office

and

Google Workspace

tools.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficiency in Hindi, English and Tamil is highly preferred for this role.

Good to Have Skills :

Prior experience in

translation, interpretation, or content localization , preferably in a political or media context.

Knowledge of

transcription tools or subtitling software .

Experience working with political communication or campaign materials.

How to Apply

If you're a fresh professional looking for a high-impact challenge, interested in joining a team of like-minded and motivated individuals who think strategically, act decisively, and get things done, drop in an email at

openings@varaheanalytics.com