Royal Norwegian Embassy, Multi Location
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kabul seeks a well-qualified person to fill a temporary position as interpreter.
The interpreter will be requested to
Provide interpretation in meetings with embassy staff
Take notes from meetings if required
Interpret phone calls
On occasion travel with embassy staff
On occasion translate documents, help organise meetings and do other tasks
The successful applicant must possess the following skills and knowledge:
Excellent understanding of English, both written and spoken
Fluency in both Dari and Pashto
Documented experience as interpreter
Knowledge of different interpreting techniques
Knowledge of the code of ethics for interpreters
Good understanding of political terminology
The successful applicant should also process the following personal skills:
Ability to analyse information quickly
Ability to concentrate for a long period of time
Make their clients feel comfortable
Ability to cope with a wide variety of subjects and situations
Ability to keep information private
Translation
The successful applicant must have prior experience from similar work, preferably within Embassies, UN or international NGOs involved in political work. Understanding of Norwegian language is an advantage.
The Royal Norwegian Embassy will offer a competitive salary. The successful applicant will be offered a contract spanning until 31st of December 2013, with the possible option of extension.
An application letter, with an updated CV, and minimum two references, may be sent by e-mail to emb.kabul@mfa.no no later than the 30th of March 2013.
For further information, please contact by e-mail: emb.kabul@mfa.no
Post Date
Mar 04, 2013
Closing Date
Mar 29, 2013
Reference
001-2013
Number of Vacancies
1
Salary Range
As per NTA salary scale
Years of Experience
2 years
Probation Period
6 month
Contract Type
Short Term
Contract Duration
Not Specified
Contract Extensible
false
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Gender
Male
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