Interpreter (Vietnamese, Khmer, Lao and Burmese Languages)

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Organization : The International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Open to External Candidates

Position Title : Interpreter (Vietnamese, Khmer,

Lao and Burmese Languages)

Duty Station : Bangkok, Thailand

Classification : Interpreter (THB 1,600 per day)

Type of Appointment : Daily Contract, 6 months contract

Desired Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 13 December 2019

Reference Code : CFCV062/2019

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

Under the overall supervision of the Project officer and direct supervision of the Project Assistant, the successful candidate will provide translation and interpretation support for the Emergency and Post-Crisis Unit’s projects “Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar Muslims and Special At-Risk Groups in Thailand” and “Psychosocial Support to Women Victims of Trafficking in Thailand”.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

In coordination with the Project Staff, provide interpretation and translation services to the Project Staff in Nonthaburi and Surat Thani Welfare Protection Centres for Victims of Trafficking;
In coordination with the Project Staff, provide interpretation and translation services in Vietnamese, Khmer, Lao and Burmese and Thai (or English) for psychosocial activities in project locations in Nonthaburi and Surat Thani provinces;
Undertake duty travels as necessary to provide interpretation assistance in Burmese and Thai (or English) to areas of intervention in Thailand; and
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

Values

Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies

Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agree
Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Has valid passport and work visa
Able to provide two reference checks upon request
Minimum one year of experience in interpretation/ translation from one of the following languages; English and vice versa: Vietnamese, Khmer, Lao and Burmese
Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team in multicultural environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Fluency in written and spoken English or Thai
Complete ‘Training for Interpreter of Assistance and Protection of Trafficking in Persons’ conducted by the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is an advantage

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with a duly completed IOM Personal History Form to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by December 13, 2019 at the latest. The form can be downloaded from http://thailand.iom.int/sites/default/files/Recruitment/IOM%20Personal%20History%20Form%20with%20Declaration.xls Kindly indicate the reference code CFCV062/2019 followed by your full name and specific language for translation in the subject line.

Applications should include: a) a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability; b) a curriculum vitae; c) a duly completed IOM Personal History Form (may be downloaded from thailand.iom.int);

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 29.11.2019 to 13.12.2019

Contact : bkkrecruitment@iom.int

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