Field Interpreter
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Overview
Under the Front Office and the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section of the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar, the Field Interpreter provides interpretation between English and Burmese, Rohingya or Rakhine for meetings, interviews and similar processes. The role includes assisting in the preparation and conduct of IIMM missions and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Keywords:
- Interpretation
- Burmese
- Rohingya
- Rakhine
- Simultaneous Interpretation
Key details
- Job ID
- 286979
- Job type
- Consultancy · Full-time
- Contract duration
- 10 months
- Function
- Translation & Language Services
- Sector
- Human Rights, Justice, Crime & Drug Control
Skills & Tools
Job Description
Field Interpreter (multiple positions)
Job Opening ID: 286979
Department/Office: INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR
Duty Station: GENEVA
Job Level: CON
Category: Affiliate Personnel – Consultants/Individual Contractors
Job Family: Language
Recruitment Type: Individual Contractor
Posting Period Start: 2026-10-22T04:00:00.000Z
Posting Period End: 2026-10-31T03:59:59.000Z
Language: EN
Result of Service
- Quality of interpretation and related work; and 2. Observance of delivery deadlines
Work Location
Remotely
Expected duration
Up to 10 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Front Office and/or the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section (CASS) of the IIMM, the Interpreter shall be responsible for providing interpretation from one of the following languages of Myanmar (Burmese, Rohingya and/or Rakhine) into English, and vice versa, including interpretation of meetings, interviews and similar processes, and performing related tasks, as necessary. The Individual Contractor shall at all times maintain strict security and confidentiality of information obtained during the conduct of the assignment: Provide simultaneous interpretation in English and Burmese, Rohingya or Rakhine languages, for the purpose of meetings, interviews, or similar processes. Participating in, and assisting in the preparation and conduct of, missions by the IIMM.
Qualifications/special skills
A first level university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent degree) in interpretation/translation or related fields is required. A university certificate or a diploma in any other field with additional 2 years of relevant professional experience in interpretation/translation may be accepted in lieu of a university degree. Certification/Registration in a recognized registry of court interpreters at the national or international level is desirable, A minimum of four (4) year of experience in interpreting from one of the languages of Myanmar (Burmese, Rohingya or Rakhine) into English, and vice versa, is required. Experience providing interpretation or translation services in support of criminal investigations or related subjects is desirable. Experience working in field missions within the United Nations Common System or other international organizations is desirable. Candidates currently residing in Australia are strongly encouraged to apply; residence in Australia is considered an asset.
Languages
Fluency in English and one of the languages of Myanmar (Burmese, Rohingya and/or Rakhine), is required.
Additional Information
Accompany IIMM staff on mission as required.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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