Job Description

JOB SUMMARY  
Perform professional oral interpretation (I.e., medical interviews, education sessions, lectures, meetings) and written translation (i.e., technical documents, official documents, communications, etc.), from Arabic to English or vice versa.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Translate documents from/to Arabic to English upon request including translation of government documents, letters, reports etc
•    Interpret discussions, medical interviews, education sessions, lectures, meetings, etc. as requested and in daily working life to allow continuation of the IMC project in clear understanding of both parties including legal advisors, government authorities, etc.
•    Always keep respect towards patients, collaborators, authorities, and IMC staff participating in discussions.
•    Ensure confidentiality of all translations is maintained as directed by the Project coordination team.
•    Ensure neutrality and accuracy when interpreting/translating, asking for clarification or elaboration as needed.
•    All verbal interpretation and written translation must be without personal bias.
•    Declare any “conflict of interest” when asked to interpret or translate (e.g., personal involvement) which would necessitate using other staff members for translation.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
•    University/higher education degree in translation/linguistics (English language) is essential. 
•    Previous work experience as an interpreter/translator is essential.
•    Previous working experience with international organizations or NGO is desirable.
•    Fluent in spoken and written English and Arabic 
•    Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook Express)
•    Knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage.
•    Good knowledge and experience of writing formal documents.

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

Pashto Dari

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.