English to Dari Translator

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Job Summary

The English to Dari Translator will work under direct supervision of Project Manager. S/he will submit an inception report that should include work plan for 12 months within four weeks after joining. The translator shall submit a report before 5th of every month detailing the activities carried out with reference to work plan. In addition he/she will also submit quarterly monitoring reports
1.Duration of the Assignment:

The assignment will be initially for 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance at the end of the first 3-months probationary period. After 12 months, subject to a complete performance review, availability of funding; and the circumstances of the Ministry of Education prevailing at that time, an extension to the contract may be considered

Duties & Responsibilities

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Duties and Responsibilities

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Provide interpretation and translation of international instruments, educational materials and other legal documents into local languages primarily for the use of Afghan justice officials and others;

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Assist in setting the standards for translation from Dari and Pashtu;

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Coordinate with other translation units at curriculum dept to advance Afghan legal translation capacity;

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Translate drafts and documents from Dari into English and vice versa (English into Dari), mainly for use within project team and meetings;

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Translate legal documents of international origin from English into Dari and from Dari into English;

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Translate assessment reports from Dari into English. Translate the final project report and its components from Dari into English and from English into Dari, as needed;

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When required, to act as ad hoc interpreter in meetings, conferences and in writing, according to needs;

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Any other task assigned by the Project Manager

Job Requirements

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Candidates should have at least a Bachelor Degree in English Literature/TOEFL from a recognized university or institute. Preference will be given to an applicant with a formal degree in English and a professional translating experience;

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Candidates must have at least 3-5 Years of experience working as a professional translator;

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Strong command in editing and experience in producing fluent and accurate text in Dari and English;

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Demonstrated writing and translating skills;

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Willingness and ability to work in a team collaboratively;

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Demonstrated Communication and interpersonal skills;

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Since the books are prepared for the students it should be understandable and fluent;

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and typing skills;

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Teamwork: Proven leading and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic and multi-agency environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

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Ability to handle effectively multiple tasks without compromising the quality, team spirit and constructive working relationships with all colleagues.

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Ability to actively seek and improve services, offer new and different options/initiatives to solve problems/meet client needs, promote and persuade others to consider new ideas.

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Demonstrated ability to work with, motivate and train Govt. staff; and commitment to perform any other related tasks as may be assigned by a supervisors and other authorities;

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Time flexibility, the translator may required to work over time or weekends due to needs of the high authority and ASDP project;

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Reporting and Counterparts

Submission Guideline

Interested Afghan candidates are requested to clearly mentioned the Vacancy No and title in their applications and CVs via e-mail:
To:
Mr. Farid Ahmad Askzai
HR Department
Address: Deputy Ministry of Technical Vocational Education and Training, Dehbori, behind of Music School, Ministry of Education, Kabul, Afghanistan

Email: faridahmad_asakzai@hotmail.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted directly for interviews.

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