Jacinta Nyongesa
@jacintanyongesa
Linguist specializing in Kiswahili audio production, transcription, and translation for ASR-ready datasets.
What I'm looking for
I’m a native Kiswahili linguist with over 10 years’ experience in language production, transcription, translation, and audio-based projects. I focus on delivering clear, natural recordings that support call center–style use cases and ASR training quality.
Through project-based work with Sigma AI, I record high-quality Swahili audio for ASR training using scripted prompts. I deliver clean audio files using mobile recording devices while meeting technical specifications, including clear pronunciation, natural pacing, and professional tone.
I also provide freelance transcription and proofreading in Kiswahili and English for global clients through Rev.com and Verbit.ai. This work strengthens my attention to audio quality standards and speech clarity—especially when accuracy is required.
In parallel, I serve as a Part-Time Assistant Lecturer at Kibabii University, teaching communication and language-related courses. I train learners in formal spoken Kiswahili for institutional and service contexts, and I apply my BFSI domain familiarity (banking support, loan/credit inquiries, account opening, and insurance communication) to improve practical relevance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Part-Time Assistant Lecturer
Kibabii University
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Taught communication and language-related courses with an emphasis on professional discourse. Trained learners in formal spoken Kiswahili suitable for institutional and service contexts.
Swahili Audio Recording Contributor
Sigma AI
Recorded high-quality Swahili audio for ASR training using scripted prompts, delivering clean files that meet technical specifications. Ensured clear pronunciation, natural pacing, and a professional tone.
Freelance Transcription & Language Services
Rev.com
Provided transcription and proofreading in Kiswahili and English for global clients. Followed audio quality standards and focused on speech clarity.
Freelance Transcription & Language Services
Provided transcription and proofreading in Kiswahili and English for global clients. Followed audio quality standards and focused on speech clarity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maseno University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Sociology
PhD in Sociology (ongoing) at Maseno University.
University of Nairobi
Master of Arts (MA), Rural Sociology & Community Development
MA in Rural Sociology & Community Development from the University of Nairobi.
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sociology, Language & Communication
BA in Sociology, Language & Communication from the University of Nairobi.
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