Consultancy - Translators (5 Positions) at International Rescue Committee

Scope of work

The 5 translators will undergo a training conducted by the Senior Research Officer (SRO) to understand the objectives of the RCT. The translators will be briefed about the architecture of the trainings and the introductory meetings, and what their exact roles will entail. The translators will be hired on need basis to ensure comprehension of training materials and efficiency of introductory meetings for the 550 Horn of Africa refugees expected in the research.  

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education, Certificate/diploma in International Development,  Anthropology, Sociology, Linguistics, Community Development, or a related field. (certificate in English proficiency will be an added advantage).
• Minimum of 6-months’ experience conducting translations/transcriptions
• Experience working in refugee contexts
• Excellent in-person interviewing skills
• Strong verbal and written English/Swahili communication skills
• Approachable personality and patience to connect with clients and to address their unique needs
• Flexible approach to the changing nature of work and ability to adapt to rapidly changing work demands and expectations
• Very strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within the team
• Computer skills, especially Ms Word