Interpreter to be based in Kabarore at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees ( UNHCR): ( Deadline 17 May 2023)

Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

C

Family

UNOPS LICA3

2023-05-01

May 17, 2023

Interpreter

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Interpreter normally report to a higher level local or international staff. The incumbent supports the operation with translation and interpretation related activities.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
– Interprets and/or translates from newspapers, written reports, magazines etc.;
– Interprets oral conversations, discussions and interviews especially when attending meetings with high ranking officials, diplomats and others;
– Travels with international staff on their missions to the field for interpretation and other assistance, as needed;
– Arranges meetings, both internal and external, some involving high-ranking officials and takes minutes/notes;
– Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities;
– Responds to queries relating to the area of responsibility;
– Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G3 – 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses
Business Administration Secretarial

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Frequent contacts involving the exchange of a wide range of information, some of which may be complex.

Desirable
Not specified.

Functional Skills
IT-Computer Literacy

Language Requirements
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Due to a large applicant applying for positions, only shortlisted candidates will be invited and may sit for a written test.

Desired Languages

English

Additional Qualifications

Skills

Education

Certifications

Business Administration – Other, Secretarial – Other