Roster Call for National Sign Language Translator (SSA)

Background:

The OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) continues to be a committed partner to the Kyrgyz Republic in fulfilling its human dimension commitments. In particular, it supports the consolidation of democratic institutions by fostering public dialogue, enhancing civic engagement, facilitating civic education, and contributing to the development of an inclusive parliament and election processes.
The POiB is establishing a roster of qualified candidates to support the implementation of the Human Dimension Programme’s “Enhancing Civic Engagement for Consolidated Democratic Institutions” project`s Activity 3.1 “Facilitating a disability audit of the Parliament” by providing expertise in the Kyrgyz-Russian sign language interpretation services for people with hearing loss.
 

Objective of Assignment: 

To provide sign language interpretation services from/to KYR-RUS for people with any degree of hearing loss at different events supported by the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek. 

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the National Democratic Institutions Officer, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:

1. Provide high-level consecutive and simultaneous sign language interpretation services at meetings, seminars, negotiations, and other events, including one-to-one and group situations, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible to ensure inclusion of persons with disabilities;

2. Advise staff on accessibility needs, including seating arrangements, interpreter placement, and screen visibility;

3. Preparation of interim and final reports in OSCE reporting template.

Deliverables:

1. High-quality sign language interpretation services from/to KYR-RUS during the events is provided accurately and efficiently;

2. Staff were advised on accessibility needs, including appropriate seating arrangements, interpreter placement, and optimal screen visibility;

3.  Interim and final reports submitted using the OSCE reporting template with all required attachments (if applicable).

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek, please see: OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek.

Necessary Qualifications:

• University degree supplemented by specific studies in sign languages with specialization in interpretation techniques;

• Minimum 3 (three) years of experience in Kyrgyz, Russian sign-language translation;

• Fluency in Kyrgyz and Russian languages; ; knowledge of English is an asset;

• Experience of sign interpretation in the field of democratization and human rights is be an asset;

• Experience working with international organizations is an asset;

• Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications

• Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills;

• Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.

Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. 

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.