Volunteer Translator

Volunteer Role Description

Volunteer Title: Translator (English to Arabic / English to Dari / English to Farsi / English to Filipino / English to Myanmar Language (Burmese) / English to Pashto / English to Turkish / English to Urdu)

Location(s) where the role is to be performed: Remote

Supervisor: Global Talent Coordinator, L&D

Timings: 1-2 hours per week depending on need

Dates: Flexible

Background Checks Requirements: Depending on the nature of the role, if the candidate is traveling to RI field operations they will require advanced pre appointment checks.

About Relief International.

Relief International (RI) is a leading non-profit organization working in 15 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.

Role summary.

Relief International is seeking volunteers to support with translating training material from English to Arabic / Dari / Farsi / Filipino / Myanmar Language (Burmese) / Pashto / Turkish / Urdu.

Tasks will include, but are not limited to.

• Translating training material
• Proof reading training material
• Copy editing as required, ensuring the text is grammatically accurate

  Learning objectives.

  • Receive in house training on the humanitarian sector

    Role Requirements.

    • Experience in translating text from English to one or more of the following languages: Arabic / Dari / Farsi / Filipino / Myanmar Language (Burmese) / Pashto / Turkish / Urdu.
    • Strong IT skills
    • Fluency in spoken and written Arabic / Dari / Farsi / Filipino / Myanmar Language (Burmese) / Pashto / Turkish / Urdu.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English

      RI Values.

      Guided by the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence, as well as “Do No Harm,” Relief International Values:

      We value:

      • Integrity
      • Adaptability
      • Collaboration
      • Inclusivity
      • Sustainability

        How to apply.

        To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

        • You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
        • The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

          As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

          Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.