Interpreter Assistant
Provide translation and interpretation support in operations
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Overview
Provide translation and interpretation support in operations
You have:
- 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher
- Good knowledge of English and local languages (spoken and written) Pashto, Balochi and Urdu. Dari knowledge is an asset.
- Frequent contacts involving the exchange of a wide range of information, some of which may be complex.
- Business Administration Secretarial certificate is essential.
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
BFamily Type (not applicable for home-based)
FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type
UNOPS LICA4Target Start Date
2024-07-01Job Posting End Date
June 30, 2024Terms of Reference
Good knowledge of English and local languages (spoken and written) Pashto, Balochi and Urdu. Knowledge of Dari or any locally used language by the refugees will be an asset.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply for the position.Standard Job Description
Interpreter Assistant
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Interpreter Assistant 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.
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). - Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level For G4 - 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 (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
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 (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. 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.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Required Languages
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Desired Languages
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Additional Qualifications
Skills
IT-Computer LiteracyEducation
Certifications
Business Administration - Other, Secretarial - OtherWork Experience
Other information
This position doesn't require a functional clearance Home-Based
No
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you had to interpret during a high-stakes meeting? | This question assesses your ability to handle pressure and your interpreting skills. | Share a specific example, detailing your approach and the challenges you faced. |
| How do you handle misunderstandings during interpretation? | The interviewer wants to gauge your problem-solving skills in real-time interpretations. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to prepare for meetings you will be interpreting in? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to educate someone about cultural nuances while interpreting. How did you approach it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What would you do if you were unable to understand a part of the conversation you are interpreting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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