Project Assistant

VACANCY NOTICE

Position Title**:Project Associate (Interpretation & Translation)**

Duty Station**:Kaiserslautern, Germany**

Reference Code**:VN-DE2-2023-44-EXT**

Classification**:General Service Staff, G4**

Type of Appointment**:One Year Fixed-Term Contract - (40hrs/week)**

Estimated Start Date**:As soon as possible**

Closing Date **:9 April 2024**

**Context**:
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants affected by the ongoing emergency.

IOM’s operations cover diverse thematic areas such as: Humanitarian Relief Assistance, Protection (including Gender based Violence and Child Protection), Shelter and Non-food items, Health and Psychosocial Support, Resettlement, and Movement Management.

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office, the direct supervision of the Medical Coordinator and in close coordination with relevant units at Headquarters and Administrative Centers, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following:
**Core Functions / Responsibilities**:

- Support accurate communication in a common language during interviews and other meetings conducted in-person, by telephone, and/or by video conference by providing verbatim (word for word) interpretation services;
- Provide interpretation services in the preferred language of the beneficiaries without paraphrasing, summarizing, omitting or adding information;
- Maintain strict confidentiality during interpretation sessions and follow designated program procedures regarding the destruction or maintenance of written notes within the required timeframe (e.g. immediately after each interpretation session);
- Have an appropriate understanding of and sensitivity towards cultural practices and language differences that may exist between the parties to the conversation. Respect the use of proper pronouns that are preferred by the beneficiaries, when applicable;
- Participate in relevant training sessions on such topics as interpreting for international organizations, respectful terminology and the protection of program beneficiaries, and contribute to terminology lists as requested;
- Be available to be evaluated on the quality of your interpretation by a third party;
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Required Qualifications and Experience**

**Education**

Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in Translation, Languages, Political Science, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least two years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles;
or

Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least four years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles.

**Experience**
- Demonstrated interpretation and/or translation experience for international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organizations.
- Experience working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups is an advantage.

**Skills**
- Excellent knowledge and skills in translation and interpreting between the target languages; 
- Demonstrated ability to draft and edit translations in writing in the target language; - Excellent communication skills;
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with persons of diverse cultural and national backgrounds;

**Languages**

REQUIRED
For all applicants, fluency in English, and Dari and/or Pashto is required (oral and written).

**Required Competencies**

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies - behavioural indicators level 1
- Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and