ASSOCIATE INTERPRETER (TEMPORARY JOB OPENINGS) - 2 POSITIONS

Org. Setting and ReportingThese positions are located within the Commission on the situation in the North and South Kivu provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), pursuant of the Human Rights Council resolution A/HRC/RES/60/22, based in Kinshasa. The incumbent will report to the Coordinator of the Commission. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Associate Interpreters will be responsible for the following duties: • Provide accurate translation and simultaneous interpretation as required, from Swahili/Lingala to French and vice versa. • Participate in field missions and interprets interviews of victims, witnesses and sources. • Assist in the production of accurate and verbatim translation of written and oral witness statements, media articles and other documents from Swahili/Lingala to French and vice versa as required. • Maintain strict security and confidentiality of information; • May check verbatim records of meetings services to ensure that there is no significant difference between the interpreted and original language versions of speeches and statements that have been recorded. • Perform other related duties as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation. 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. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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. EducationA first-level degree from a university or an institution of equivalent status is required. Experience: No experience is required for candidates who have passed the United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination for Interpreters. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of 2 years of work experience in translation and/or interpretation, including as part of academic research work, is required. One year of work experience in these fields within the United Nations Common Systems or regional organizations is desirable. Experience in providing translation or interpretation to human rights investigations or on human rights-related subjects is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, French is required. Either Swahili or Lingala is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).