UNHCR was created in 1950, during the aftermath of the Second World War, to help millions of Europeans who had fled or lost their homes. We had three years to complete our work and then disband. Today, over 65 years later, our organization is still hard at work, protecting and assisting refugees around the world.
- Somali, MaiMai
- Oromo, Amharic, Tigrinya
- Afghan
- Persian
- Kinyamulenge, Kirundi, Kinyarwanda
- French
- Dinka
- Arabic
- Turkish
- Bembe
- Lingala
- Luganda
- Sign Language
Responsibility
- Under the supervision of the Registration Associate, the Interpreter is expected to conduct the following activities.
- Interpretation in either of the following languages: Somali, MaiMai
- Translate documents or audio messages
- Support with any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
Essential minimum qualifications:
- Completion of Secondary Education, post-secondary education will be an added advantage.
- Previous experience in interpretation services with humanitarian agencies.
- Refugee applicants must hold a valid UNHCR Mandate Letter, Refugee ID Card or Refugee Affairs Secretariat Letter of Notification.
- Knowledge of other UN languages will be an added advantage.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
- Good communication and computer skills
- Excellent translation and interpretation skills
- Previous experience in interpretation strongly desired, as is participation in interpretation trainings.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
