Translator

Description: Tasks and responsibilities

• Translate Arabic-French, Arabic-English and vice versa of diplomatic documents, legal documents and official correspondence, government publications, etc.
• Draft the official correspondence of the Embassy (verbal notes and letters, both independently and upon instruction) in English, French, Arabic; correct English and French correspondence written by non-native English and French speakers  in close collaboration with the assistant of the Head of Mission.
• Support the communication of the Embassy, in particular on social media and the website of the Embassy.

Competencies and selection criteria

• A minimum of 5 years of work experience as a translator
• Ability to provide accurate translations of complex political / economic / legal and diplomatic texts and to deliver precise work, also under time pressure
• Ability to draft official correspondence in English, French and Arabic (formal letters, emails, verbal notes, etc.), also under time pressure
• Ability to correct English and French texts written by non-native English and French speakers
• Experience in publishing online and handling social media accounts is a plus
• Exhibit high level of confidentiality, reliability and professional attitude
• Well organized and a good team-player
• Good IT and social media skills (Microsoft Office, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
• A previous experience at a diplomatic mission is a plus.