Translator And Communications Officer

Job Title:                              Translator and Communications Officer Location:                              Akkar district, North Lebanon Reports to:                           Assistant Country Director Staff Reporting:                     nil Job Status:                           Temporary – 6 months    Job Summary                     This is a support function in terms of providing a service to the programme and operations teams for a temporary period.  The post-holder will provide high level translating and interpreting services between English and Arabic. It is possible that the post-holder will be privy to private and sensitive information and will need to be able to maintain confidentiality.  The post holder may be required to undertake some routine administrative tasks in addition to the function of translator.      Duties and Responsibilities     1.  Translation and interpreting services a)      Upon request, translate documents from English to Arabic and Arabic to English b)      Upon request, work with staff, service providers and beneficiaries to provide accurate and professional interpreting services.  This could include in meetings, interviews, field visits, group discussions etc   2.  As directed by senior management, prepare communication materials to represent and promote Concern’s work in Lebanon amongst external stakeholders a)      Become familiar with the information needs of different external audiences b)      Under guidance of Country Director/Programme Manager liaise with Concern Head Office communications and fund-raising teams to develop information briefs for Head Office c)       Participate in the development of case studies to illustrate Concern’s work d)      Provide photo images and videos to illustrate Concern’s work in line with Concern’s Image Use policy e)      Prepare layout and copy for brochures, posters, pamphlets etc and oversee their production by selected printers/ promotions companies f)       In coordination with the Accountability Officer, support Concern to meet its minimum quality and accountability requirements in emergencies   3.    Undertake routine administrative tasks as required.  This could include filing, minor office purchases, assisting office set up, scheduling meetings and interviews etc   4.      To adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.   5.      Undertake other appropriate tasks that support the work of Concern in Lebanon as requested   Skills, Qualifications, Experience and Attitude Required Recognised tertiary qualifications in English language, media, communications or related discipline At least three years experience in related field Experience translating documents and providing oral translation services between English and Arabic Previous experience working with humanitarian organisations is desirable Excellent computer skills in a MS Office and good command of email Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure to meet tight deadlines Excellent oral and written communicationskills in Arabic and English. Client centred approach to work Demonstrated ability to interact with other people effectively and diplomatically Commitment to maintaining confidentiality Ability to work within deadlines, prioritizing competing demands and under pressure Ability to negotiate and assist in the resolution of disputes/conflict Attention to detail Strong organisation and problem solving skills Willing to work in the field as per need of the project activities including occasional overnight stays away from home base Non-judgmental attitude and respect for Concern’s beneficiaries, other staff and people that Concern deals with Commitment to humanitarian principles and values Commitment to Concern equal opportunity and gender practices       Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4)   Concern Worldwide has a staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern Staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organizations; and the standards of behaviour expected from them. In this context staff have the responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standard in day to day conduct in their work place in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission.   Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract employment.   Any breach of Concern Staff Code of Conduct or the Programme Participant Protection Policy by employees of Concern Worldwide during the course of their employment will result in disciplinary action up to, and including dismissal.     Counter Terrorism Policy Concern receives a substantial amount of funding from external donors each year.  Increasingly donors are introducing requirements whereby future funding is conditional on Concern ensuring that the names of any new employee or volunteer do not appear on terrorism lists generated by the European Union (List of person, groups and entities to which Regulation (EC No. 2580/2001 applies), the US Government (Office of Foreign Assets Control list of specially designated Nationals and Blocked Persons) and the United Nations (Consolidated List).    ‘Any offer of employment (either paid or voluntary) with Concern Worldwide will not be made pending a clearance check being conducted on the applicant.  For additional information please consult our web site or contact the Human Resource Division in our Head Office. By submitting a formal application for paid or voluntary employment to Concern, you agree to Concern carrying out a clearance check as outlined above and that Concern will not proceed to recruit you should your name appear on any of the aforementioned lists.’