Education Assistant (Interpreter) Vacancy-Job Ref: ACQAIOM/1009/202433

Education Assistant (Interpreter) Vacancy-Job Ref: ACQAIOM/1009/202433

Doha (Qatar)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context

IOM supports the United States’ Refugee Admissions Program at a resettlement processing site established in Qatar. IOM implements a wide range of activities to ensure the dignity and well-being of individuals transiting through Doha, in coordination with national and US authorities. In addition to Protection, MHPSS, NFI, and community engagement activities, IOM oversees informal education activities at the site. A dedicated team of over 30 staff delivers informal education to over 1,000 children and adults every day at CAS. The Education Unit coordinates closely with Community Engagement, MHPSS, and Child Protection to implement broader campaigns, engage parents and caregivers, and to ensure that protection, community participation, and accountability are mainstreamed throughout all activities.

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Manager (Education) and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Education), the successful candidate will support with non-official written and verbal interpretation/translation between English and either of the target languages (Dari and Pashto) at the Education Center to ensure effective communication to the guests who may have difficulty communicating or understanding English.

Responsibilities

Assist in the provision of non-official translatation of written documents from English to either of the required languages (Dari and Pashto) and vice versa. Ensure translations meet strict deadlines, maintain high standards of accuracy, and are clear, accurate and consistent.
Provide oral interpretation to either of the required languages (Dari and Pashto) from English during meetings with guests (such as parents-teacher meetings) and other events at the Education Center. Ensure interpretations are accurate and complete, without paraphrasing, summarizing, omitting, or adding information. Facilitate communication between staff and Afghan guests, ensuring cultural sensitivity and understanding.
Support the provision of non-official translation and interpretation to other units (Protection, Community Engagement and MHPSS) during events and meetings held at the Education Center.

Support Education team, M&E and SMS when conducting perception/satisfaction surveys and community feedback from the guests.
Safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of all relevant documents and information, adhere to established standards of conduct and data protection, and apply humanitarian principles in all duties, demonstrating a gender-sensitive, age-sensitive, and diversity-sensitive approach.
Organize and deliver cultural awareness sessions for staff to enhance intercultural competence. Topics may include respectful terminology, protection of program beneficiaries, and interpreting for international organizations.

Provide guidance and support to community volunteers at the Education Center in their translation and interpretation tasks.
Participate in relevant trainings and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other tools for interpretation within the Education Center. Draft templates to be used by Education Center for translation and printing
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, Political Science, International Relations or a related field with at least three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles or;
Completed High School diploma from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Proven experience in Iinterpretation and supporting informal translation of English language into either Pashto and Dari.
Strong adaptability, agility, and innovative teaching methodologies to cater to diverse learning needs.
Experience working with at-risk community members and individuals with specific needs.
Experience working with international organizations or in a humanitarian context is an asset.
Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.
Experience working in a transit centre and/or on a resettlement programme.
Proven experience in working with individuals from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Familiarity with US geography and cultural aspects relevant to newcomers to the United States.

Skills

Proficiency in English and either of the target languages of Dari and Pashto.
Demonstrated ability to support drafting and editing informal translations in either of the target language(s)
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity. eXamMJ7 u7Awu
Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software packages.
Availability and flexibility to work beyond the normal working schedule and on day/evening/night shift duties.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Languages

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in English and fluency in one or both of the desired languages (Dari and Pashto) is required.

DESIRABLE

Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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