Translator

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Position Summary:

The Translator will be responsible for written and verbal English to Arabic and Arabic to English translation. The Translator translates activity documents, field officer reports, legal documents, and other program documents.  S/he also provides interpretation services at meetings and training courses and workshops, as required.

Reporting & Supervision:

Th Full-Time Translator will report to the Implementation Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Written and verbal English to Arabic and Arabic to English translation
• Translate activity documents, field officer reports, and other program documents.  
• Legal translation of laws, regulations and legislations.
• Provide interpretation services at meetings trainings and workshops, as required.
• Perform legal interpretation and simultaneous interpretation during meetings, as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the Operations Manager
• The translator is obligated to work within the required deadlines and be available for comments and corrections.
• Keep full records of translation tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• University degree preferred
• Native Arabic language skills, and excellent English required.
• Minimum of two to three years’ experience as a translator within a humanitarian organization or a similar environment
• Strong administration and organizational skills and works well under pressure
• Continuous improvement shown in work
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Strong knowledge of MS Word and Excel is required.
• Strong knowledge in CAT tools and term bases.

• Flexibility in work outside working hours and during weekends.
• This position is for Jordanian and Syrian nationals
• Able to work with cross-border projects either in private sector, NGOs or International organization.
• Valid work authorization for Jordan