Interpreter (EN-UA-RU)

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) operates world-wide with a target of providing resettlement opportunities to thousands of refugees each year. IOM provides a range of services and support to the USRAP including, but not limited to, case processing, migration health assessments, cultural orientation training, organized transportation and administration of a travel loan and collections program.

Under the general supervision of Chief of Mission and the Project Manager, Resettlement Support Center and Resettlement Eurasia and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant, Project Management, the Interpreter will be based in Poland and will provide effective and expedient interpreting and translation for work relating to IOM’s Resettlement Support Centre (RSC) Unit, namely:

1. Provision of word-for-word interpretation to/from Ukrainian, (or Russian, if applicable) and English languages for refugee interviews within The United States Refugee Admissions Program. Always use the native language of the applicants for interpretation.
2. Remain impartial and neutral during interpretation. Always use the first person (I or me) when interpreting the applicant`s statements.
3. Always seek clarification from the Resettlement Support Centre (RSC) staff member when in doubt and immediately inform the RSC staff member/USCIS Officer if having difficulty understanding the applicant/the USCIS Officer.
4. Provide high quality translation of documents and ensure that the translation is written with style, correct grammar and spelling. Ensure accuracy of translation of the terms/terminology used in the documents.
5. Immediately inform RSC staff member and/or USCIS Officer in case the applicant or other person offers a bribe, threatens and/or tries to influence your translation.
6. Immediately inform the RSC staff member if you have previously met the applicant or he/she is your friend, relative or acquaintance or you know him/her, but never met.
7. Strictly adhere to IOM Standards of Conduct and RSC Eurasia Interpreter Code of Conduct.
8. Keep all information confidential.
9. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Values • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible. • Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. • Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators • Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. • Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. • Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. • Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work. • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

translation and interpretation, either as part of regular job or freelancing activities.

The possibility of extension of this assignment duration is subject to funding confirmation. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

• Accommodation options: Airbnb, booking.com, other hotels all recommended • Airport Transport: Airport is located within the city area, taxi (always use official taxi drivers) from airport to the centre costs around 50 Zloty (11 USD). Public transport available – bus 175 goes to the city center. Taxi available, recommended taxi providers area is marked near the exit from the arrival’s hall. Uber is used in Poland and is more affordable than taxi. • Currency: Zloty (PLN, zł), 1 zloty = 100 groszy • Things recommended to bring: In Poland, you can get cash from ATM, but Credit cards are very handy and usable at most of places including taxies. However in case TDYers have no credit cards, they should exchange cash at the airport.

Poland is a unique country and IOM Poland is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.

Conditions of Service

The initial contract is issued upon arrival for the period indicated above. The contract can be extended depending on continuation of mandate, availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectancy of renewal of the assignment.

UN Volunteer entitlements and allowances: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs.

The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos). For information specific to your assignment please see below (Please note that the amounts can vary according to fluctuations of the monthly post adjustment):

Monthly Living Allowance (Per month): PLN 7391.74* Entry lump sum (one-time payment): 400 USD Exit allowance (for each month served, paid on completion of contract): PLN 615.98* Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance *subject to minor changes due to the exchange rates

Leave entitlements: Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month Certified sick leave: 30 days (for 12 months assignments) Uncertified sick leave: 7 days (for 12 months and 4 days for shorter assignments) Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months Maternity Leave: 16 weeks Paternity Leave: 10 days Reasonable accommodation for person with disability can be provided.