ThaiNGO

Title: Contract Psychosocial Interpreter 

Number of Consultant: 1

Contry Program: IRC, Thailand 

Duration: 3 months (1 October 2025 - 31 December 2025)

Application Deadline: 16 September 2025

Background of the project 

With funding support from WorldShare, IRC plans to implement a holistic approach in 3 refugee camps (Mae La, Ban Mai Nai Soi and Ban Mae Surin) that includes both prevention and response activities. This approach was developed based on focus group discussions with refugee youth, which highlighted key factors contributing to their alcohol consumption, such as limited opportunities and lack of engagement in meaningful activities, often leading to boredom and negative coping mechanisms. To support prevention efforts, alcohol awareness campaigns targeting youth in the community will be organized. To encourage meaningful participation among youth, IRC will collaborate with the camp-based Karen Youth Organization (KYO) and the camp’s education committee to identify and track information on students who have left school. On the response side, mass screenings will be conducted for both male and female youth who have left school, using the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT). Youth scoring in the mild range will receive psychoeducation on the risks of alcohol consumption. For those with moderate scores, a six-month intensive intervention program will be offered, including a series of support group sessions and sports activities. Between 15-30% of youth with moderate scores will be selected to participate in this intervention, which   includes six support group sessions.

Scope of work

1.      Language Interpretation

• Provide accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation between youth and MHPSS staffs such as Thai, English, Karenni, Karen, and Burmese.
• Interpret in individual, group, mental health assessments, and case management discussions.
• Ensure interpretation reflects tone, emotion, and intent—not just literal translation.

2.      Supportive Roles

• Assist in awareness sessions, and group therapy as needed.
• Support referrals to medical or protection services by interpreting during coordination with other sectors (e.g., health, legal, protection).

3.      Administrative and Reporting Duties (if applicable)

• Record session participation or help with documentation (e.g., number of interpreted sessions, attendance sheet).

Deliverables:

1.      Accurate Interpretation Services

• Provide real-time verbal interpretation in group sessions, home visits, assessments, and meetings between MHPSS staff and clients such as Thai, English, Karenni, Karen, and Burmese.
• Ensure emotional tone, cultural meaning, and professional context are preserved during interpretation.

2.      Session Support Report

• Submit a brief record of interpreted sessions (e.g., date, time, location, type of session, staff name, and number of youth)

3.      Participation in MHPSS Activities

• Provide interpretation support during psychoeducation, group therapy sessions, and community-based activities related to mental health and well-being.

Payment Rate and Schedule:

• Maximum 21 days per month, as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Payment will be made at the end of each month upon receipt of a complete Timesheet and invoice.
• IRC shall withhold taxes of 3% as required by law and shall provide withholding certificates each month.
• The payment will be made by bank transfer.

Requirements:

Education: Minimum High School Diploma with relevant experience.

Work Experience: At least 1 year of relevant work experience in a similar position and experience in an NGO is an asset.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: 

• Basic knowledge of mental health and psychosocial support concepts.
• Emotional resilience and ability to manage stress.
• Cultural competence and community awareness.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.

Language Skills: Proficiency in relevant languages (e.g., Karen, Karenni, Burmese, Thai, and English)

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding (including PSEAH, Adult Safeguarding and Child Safeguarding), Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

If you are interested, please submit your resume to the below email address.

Contact : Thailand.HR@rescue.org