Data Annotator

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Sama Internal Full time 30,000 - 60,000 per year

About the role:

We are looking for highly skilled Data Annotators to support the development of advanced AI tools for grammar correction and proofreading. This project focuses on enhancing communication for non-native English speakers by creating a rich and diverse dataset of written English texts, annotated and corrected by humans.

Responsibilities:

  • Review and correct short English texts written by non-native speakers.
  • Identify and correct various types of errors:
    • Spelling, Grammar, Prepositions, Capitalization, Punctuation, Missing Words.
  • Classify each correction based on error type.
  • Provide detailed grammatical explanations for complex errors (e.g., dangling modifiers, pronoun case, subject-verb agreement).
  • Ensure meaning is preserved while improving grammar and fluency.
  • Follow strict correction formatting requirements (e.g., offset-based annotation for plugin compatibility).

Qualifications:

  • Native-level English fluency is mandatory. (Certifications such as IELTS (preferably the Academic or post-graduate version), TOEFL, or Cambridge English qualifications are an added advantage).
  • Strong grasp of English grammar, syntax, and formal writing standards.
  • Previous experience in editing, proofreading, or linguistic annotation is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with annotation tools or structured formats is preferred.
  • Detail-oriented and capable of providing high-accuracy corrections.
  • Strong computer literacy and fast, accurate typing skills are essential for navigating annotation tools and maintaining efficiency in text-based tasks.

Sample Topics You'll Work On:

  • Business Communication: Emails, status updates, scheduling, task delegation.
  • Casual Conversation: Chatting with friends or acquaintances, icebreakers, social planning.

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