Position: Translator (Arabic – English)
Organization: Global Rights Compliance (GRC)
Closing Date: May 19, 2025
About GRC
Global Rights Compliance (GRC), founded in 2013, is an international human rights law foundation specializing in international humanitarian law, international criminal law, and business human rights. GRC’s mission is to provide justice through the innovative application of international law. Operating in conflict-affected and high-risk regions across more than 45 countries, GRC is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is also a part of the Atrocity Crimes Advisory Group (ACA), a collaboration initiated by the US, the EU, and the UK, which assists Ukrainian law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting international crimes.
Our team consists of experts working in senior roles as prosecutors, investigators, lawyers, and legal advisors, leading major investigations and supporting the building of prosecution cases in partnership with national prosecuting agencies around the world.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Translator/Interpreter (Arabic – English) to support GRC’s documentation efforts. The successful candidate will provide high-quality written translations and oral interpretation between Arabic and English. The role will involve translating a wide range of materials, such as interviews, legal documents, reports, and other written content.
The Translator/Interpreter will also provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation during meetings, training sessions, and consultations. This position requires close coordination with the program team to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy across both languages. Additionally, the translator will assist with administrative tasks as required.
Duty Station: Remote
Contract Duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension
Key Responsibilities
- Translation: Translate statements, training materials, reports, and other documents between English and Arabic.
- Interpretation: Provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation during meetings, training, and consultations.
- Support Documentation: Assist in drafting, collating, and providing quality and timely input to finalize internal and external reports.
- Coordination: Collaborate with the project team for organization, delivery of activities, and liaison with stakeholders.
- Meeting Assistance: Attend and assist in the preparation and organization of meetings.
- Administrative Tasks: Perform general administrative tasks to support the overall efficiency of the project.
Qualifications and Experience
- A university degree in translation (Arabic – English) is required; a relevant advanced degree is preferred.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (reading, writing, speaking) is essential; familiarity with the Yemeni dialect is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent spelling, grammar, and formatting skills in both languages.
- Proven professional experience in written translation and oral interpretation (both consecutive and simultaneous), ideally within an international legal, humanitarian, or human rights context.
- Proficient in standard software applications, particularly MS Word and MS Excel.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Demonstrated experience in handling confidential or sensitive information in a professional context, with a strong commitment to information security and ethical standards.
Apply by 19 May 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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