Qualified Translator

Job Description

The main purpose of the job: Performing professional translation activities and delegated duties depending on the supervisor’s specialization and instructions and according to MSF protocols, standards, and procedures, in order to ensure a proper representation and translation of MSF activities and core values. Responsibilities and tasks: ● Performing professional written and oral interpretation and translation activities according to supervisor’s specialization (e.g. MD, RN, IC, pharmacy, mental health, lab, logistics, operations, HR), ensuring medical confidentiality, neutrality, and respect towards patients, collaborators, authorities, military factions, and MSF staff ● Performing administrative tasks required by supervisor (arrangement of meetings, minute taking, and follow-up for patient care). Providing necessary feedback to supervisor following discussions and negotiations and. Assisting with report writing (MSF and government-required reports), ensuring that all meeting minutes are recorded and that translated documents are properly filed ● Depending on the supervisor’s specialization and the needs of the respective department, establishing and maintaining professional contacts with relevant authorities and communicating MSF’s messages to MoH counterparts and authorities (specifically related to patient care); ● Ensuring that the supervisor is aware of cultural nuances when dealing with MoH authorities and counterparts to ensure a good working relationship. Educating supervisors on effective methods of culturally sensitive communication and informing international staff about local customs, traditions, etc. will help in better communication and understanding of the context. ● Immediately informing the supervisor of any problems that might be linked to individual behavior (counterproductive and/or culturally insensitivity) and declaring any “conflict of interest” when asked to translate (e.g. personal involvement). ● Upholding MSF’s core principles, values, quality standards, and Code of Conduct. Respecting MSF’s identification materials and not abusing their use aside from their intended purposes. ● Observing security rules and regulations, NOT putting yourself and others in danger. ● Promoting and maintaining MSF quality standards.