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Data: 21/04/2011
Job Title: INTERPRETER (Arabic), P4
Department/ Office: DEPARTMENT FOR GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND CONFERENCE MANAGEMENT
Duty Station: NEW YORK
Posting Period: 18 April 2011-17 June 2011
Job Opening number: 11-LAN-DEPT FOR GA & CONFERENCE MGMT-19198-R-NEW YORK
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting:
This position is located in the Arabic Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Meetings and Publishing Division, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM) at Headquarters. This position is under the general supervision of the Chief of the Arabic Interpretation Section.
Responsibilities:
Within delegated authority, the Interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:
• Services up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration, of various United Nations bodies.
Provide interpretation into Arabic of speeches given in English or French and interpretation into English or French – as appropriate – of speeches given in Arabic.
• Routinely covers sensitive meetings.
• Routinely functions as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.
• May instruct and advise interpreter trainees.
• May function as Programming Officer.
• May perform other related duties, as required
Competencies:
• Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
Education:
A first level degree from a university. (Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for English Interpreters.)
Work Experience:
At least five years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations. Relevant language experience within the UN System may be taken into consideration in meeting the requirements of this post.
Languages:
A perfect command of Arabic, normally expected to be the incumbent’s main language.
Candidates for this post must also possess an excellent command of English or French as required.
United Nations Considerations:
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Assessment Method:
Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice:
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her.
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.
Deadline: June-17-2011.
More information:
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=19198
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