FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT1. UNHCR’s policies, standards and doctrine are consistently and coherently applied.
Responsibility1. Interpret for interviews with refugees being considered for Resettlement;2. Translate documents provided by refugees or caseworkers in relation to resettlement;3. Interpret and translate for other purposes, as required;4. Travels with international staff on their missions to the field for interpretation and other assistance, asneeded;5. Assist in counseling refugees on matters related to resettlement;6. Assist with clerical duties as needed;7. Responds to queries relating to the area of responsibility;8. Performs other duties as required.
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
If you wish to apply for this vacancy, please submit your letter of motivation and P11 Form by e-mail with the job code number and position title in the subject line to:
lebbeprg@unhcr.org by Wednesday 6 August 2014.
The Personal History Form (P11) is available at the following link: http://www.unhcr.org/recruit/P11_UNHCR.doc No
late applications will be accepted.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application,interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
UNHCR strongly encourage qualified female applicants for this position.
UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and
female employees are given equal career opportunities, and that staff members are able to keep an appropriate balance between work and private life.
UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
No Degree Required
Education Degree Details
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
1. University degree in Interpretation, Translation, Linguistics or related field.
2. At least 3 years of related work experience.
3. Excellent knowledge of Arabic and English.
4. Strong drafting and analytical skills.
5. Excellent organization, communication and advanced computer skills
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:
• Experience in Working with Refugees or other Persons of Concern
1. University degree in Interpretation, Translation, Linguistics or related field.
2. At least 3 years of related work experience.
3. Excellent knowledge of Arabic and English.
4. Strong drafting and analytical skills.
5. Excellent organization, communication and advanced computer skills
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:
• Experience in Working with Refugees or other Persons of Concern
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
None
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No