Background/IRC Summary: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries, the IRC aims to restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
Job Overview/Summary: Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Translator/ Cultural Mediator provides support services on communication and documentation issues.
Major Responsibilities:
● Assist in communication with IRC staff, national staff, beneficiaries and/ or any other relevant parties
● Provide translation and interpretation of documents and information
● Assist in documentation and referrals
● Assist in collection of information and data and case identification
● Assist in planning and conducting visits at sites
● Support dedicated activities at the site
● Conduct administrative duties as required
Job Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in Translations, social sciences, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in an English speaking context
● Experience working at international development programs highly desirable
● Strong communication skills (written and spoken) in Arabic, Farsi, Urdu, Kurdish and/or Pashto and ability to translate into English and vice versa
● Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
● Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
● Responsiveness to queries and referrals as and when needed and ability to manage a varying workload
● Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people
● Experience in translation/ interpretation services
● Experience of working with refugees and vulnerable groups of people
International Rescue Committee, is committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals without discrimination either directly or indirectly on any grounds or in each case as required by applicable law. IRC aims to ensure equal opportunity in employment to all qualified staff members and applicants in all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, promotion, compensation and benefits.
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