Cultural Mediator/Interpreter for Ukrainian

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has opened the recruitment process for a National Post (with Local salary scale) of the Cultural Mediator/Interpreter for Ukrainian within a project that DRC is implementing.

Position: Cultural Mediator/Interpreter for Ukrainian (full time)

Period of engagement: 4 months with possibility of extension

Basic functions: Cultural Mediator/Interpreter for Ukrainian will provide interpretation/cultural mediation services to ensure appropriate, correct and smooth communication between Ukrainian refugees and DRC Protection / Legal teams, as well as between the Ukrainian refugees service providers.

Reference:  The Cultural Mediator/Interpreter for Ukrainian refers to the Country Director and works in close cooperation with the programme staff.  

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Provide precise interpretation during individual counseling sessions
• Interpretation and cultural mediation during group counselling sessions with DRC staff and public service providers 
• Assist in organizing and implementing group info sessions and other relevant activities through outreach and info sharing
  Facilitate information provision through in person sessions
• Facilitate effective communication between Ukrainian refugees and actors present in Asylum Centers by providing interpretation and/or translation services, either by telephone or in person, taking into account specifics of the beneficiaries’ cultural background;
• Provide interpretation applying the principles of accuracy, confidentiality, and impartiality at all times.
• To provide interpreting/translating service during formal and non-formal education activities in which the refugee children and adults are participating;
• To secure mutual understanding between refugee/asylum seeker children and other actors in AC Vranje and in schools;
• To provide written translation when required;
• To respect confidentiality of any sensitive information and adhere to the DRC Code of Conduct;
• Ensure the observance of the DRC Code of Conduct including PSEA mechanisms, throughout activity implementation. 
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the line manager relevant to the achievement of DRC’s objectives and/or to support implementation of DRC’s activities.

Qualifications & experience required 

• Bachelor degree related to Ukrainian language, or high school diploma coupled with relevant working experience or a native speaker, or knowledge in Ukrainian language equal to a native speaker. The Diploma in Ukrainian language would be an asset;
• Experience on refugee/migration related issues would be an asset; or with women and/or children on social / humanitarian or similar programs;
• Fluency in spoken and written Russian and Serbian;
• Knowledge of English language will be an asset.

Skills and Work Experience:

• Minimum 1 years of experience in translation or jobs requiring fluency in Ukrainian.
• Good communication skills
• Understanding the psychosocial support needs of refugees in refugee camps.
• Computer skills in data management (i.e. KoBo) are highly desired.

Key Competencies

• Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player;
• Problem solving and writing skills, with the ability to produce reports;
• Fluency in spoken and written Serbian;
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel);

POSITION DETAILS:

• Type of contract: National
• Start date: September 2022
• Duty station: Vranje
• Closing Date for Application:  11 August 2022 12h CET

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.