International Committee of the Red Cross Protection Interpreter Nairobi Jobs in Kenya

International Committee of the Red Cross Protection Interpreter Nairobi Jobs in Kenya

Protection Interpreter

Nairobi

About the Job

The Protection Interpreter supports in oral interpretation and with written translations to and from Somali / English and contributes to the achievement of protection objectives by the department.

This is a resident/National position based in Nairobi.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supports in oral interpretation from Somali to English, and English to Somali during confidential interviews in places of detention and prisons, ICRC disseminations and activities related to the restoration of family links, and protection of the civilian population

Supports the department in gathering, analysing and processing key protection-related information from public sources

Translates correspondence, newspapers articles and other essential documents from Somali to English and vice versa

Assists in the preparation of dissemination material adapted to the Somali context

Minimum Qualifications and Required Competencies

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or Linguistics

4 years’ experience in a similar field in a Humanitarian organization

Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL)/ International Human Rights Law (IHRL) is an asset

Excellent

communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

High level of confidentiality and discretion

Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali language

Proficiency in MS Office suite

We Offer

A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization

Training and development opportunities

A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework

How to Apply

Address sokrecruitment@icrc.org.

Your cover letter must indicate your current salary and your expected salary range.

The closing date is 12th September 2022.

Clearly indicate the position title Protection Interpreter Nairobi in the subject line of your email message.

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