The European Union Delegation to The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is looking for:
Translator/Interpreter
We are The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 28 European countries. It plays
an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global
organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known
also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.
The EU Delegation to The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is seeking to recruit a Translator / Interpreter. To
contribute to the Info& Comm activities of the delegation and to ensure the translation English-Arabic of
key texts to guarantee the ability of the Delegation to communicate mostly in written Arabic.
Under this job function the successful candidate will have the following tasks:
+ TRANSLATION - Translator
• Translate documents from Arabic into English and vice versa.
• Act as interpreter when needed.
• Translate press releases/statements issued by the Delegation and/or EU HOs into Arabic.
• Oversee the production of the Delegation's publications in Arabic on its various production
stages; contribute in producing information material on Delegation's activities.
• Provide support for Administration section in drafting of and/or reviewing drafts prepared by this
Section.
• Contribute to the reporting requirements of the Delegation.
• Act as backup to the Press and Information Officer (PIO) when the PIO is absent.
• When needed, follow the Jordanian local press and help prepare the daily press reviews on
issues of interest to the EU.
• When needed, help producing press releases on specific topics of interest to the Delegation
activities.
The working hours will be 37.5 hours per week from Sunday to Thursday. The place of employment is
Amman and the post is group II.
We offer
We offer a competitive position in an international environment. Benefits, such as additional pension
scheme and medical insurance, are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions.
The successful candidate will have the following profile and qualities:
Professional experience:
- The candidate must have a proven professional experience of at least 3 years in translation
official and press documents as well as 3 years' experience in interpretation.
Experience on dealing with press issues would be an asset.
Excellent knowledge of computer applications: Excel and Word.
Education
University Degree on translation, languages, interpretation on similar is recommended
Knowledge & Skills
J anginages-
- Excellent command of English and Arabic a must, knowledge of French would be an asset.
Communi•ation-
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written
- Good capacity to present complex matters clearly
- Good skills in intercultural communication
.Interpersonal-
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Sensitivity to cultural differences
Intellectual:
- Good analytical skills and capacity of synthesis
Management OWariintiariaL
Excellent ability to work independently regarding the day to day work
Personal qualities
- Flexibility, accuracy, resistance to stress, committed to deadlines
How to apply
Please send your application and supporting documents to DELEGATION-JORDAN-VACANCY@eeas.europa.e
The subject title must CLEARLY indicate: "Translator/Interpreter"
The package should include a cover letter and a detailed CV.
Deadline: 11 July 2018
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