Cultural Mediators/Interpreters Arabic – English/Greek - National Contract
Athens
- Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
- Location: Athens
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Closing Date: Closed
Introduction
The Danish Refugee
Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization,
founded in 1956, that works in 40 countries around the world.
DRC’s mandate is driven
by three global strategic objectives within the DRC Assistance Framework:
Saving lives and alleviation of immediate suffering among people affected by
conflict, Safeguarding, restoration and development of livelihoods, and, Institutional
and organisational change that contributes to protection of people’s rights and
peaceful handling of conflict.
Background
DRC has been operating
in Greece since December 2015, providing support to the Greek Ministry of
Migration Policy in ensuring dignified reception conditions for refugees and
migrants arriving on Lesvos island. In March 2016, DRC expanded its operations
in Athens, in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee
population on mainland Greece.
Purpose
DRC is looking for a
number of cultural mediators/interpreters for part-time tasks in order to
facilitate communication with PoCs (persons of concern).
Under the supervision of
the assigned manager, the Cultural Mediators will provide verbal and written translation
and interpretation services, to ensure appropriate, correct, and smooth
communication between the persons of concern (PoC), and DRC staff and other
relevant actors.
Duties and
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will
include, but not necessarily be limited, to, the following:
- Verbal and written translation and interpretation that support DRC’s activities
- Facilitation of day-trips and cultural events for members of the PoC communities
- Contributions to maintaining and strengthening DRC’s relations with the PoC communities
- Other tasks as required by the Manager, which support DRC’s activities
Required
Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written English or Greek and Arabic skills are required. Please note that all candidates will undergo a language test with a native speaker.
- Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered as a strong advantage.
- Computer skills preferred.
- High level of professional ethics
Skills &
Qualities
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, working with diverse individuals, partners and nationalities.
- Strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles.
- Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.
Terms and
Conditions
The contract will be
under the Greek Labor Law, and all allowances will be provided to the employees
(Christmas, Easter, Vacation bonus).
All work related
transport costs from duty station to other work sites are
refundable.
All communication costs
work related are refundable.
DRC provides training
opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as
its staff members’ professional and personal development.
The position will be
based in Athens (Greece) and national terms and conditions
apply.
General
Regulations
The employee shall
follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines,
including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability
Framework.
Employee should not
engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior
authorization.
Employee should not
engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project
during the DRC contract period.
Employee should not give
interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material
without prior authorization.
Employee shall return
all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract
period or upon request.
Application Process
Interested? Then apply
for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies
All applicants must send
a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in
English.
Applications close
on 8th of March 2017.
Due to the urgency of
the position DRC reserves the right to recruit a candidate who matches the
required profile before the above deadline.
This vacancy is now closed.
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