Job Description Interpreter Fy09

Overseas Processing Entity Regional Office for Thailand and Southeast Asia 888/208 Mahatun Plaza, 2ND Floor Ploenchit Road, Lumpini Bangkok 10330, Thailand Tel: +66 2 253 6519 - 28 Fax: +66 2 253 6529

POSITION: INTERPRETER BURMESE / ENGLISH LANGUAGE LOCATION: Bangkok POSITION REPORTS TO: Human Resources Officer EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temporary Contract – 6 months contract ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1933, the IRC is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation post-conflict reconstruction support, and resettlement services to victims of oppression and violent conflict in over 20 countries worldwide and 23 offices in the United States. In Bangkok, Thailand the IRC operates an Overseas Processing Entity (OPE) to assist persons seeking admission to the US as refugees. The OPE staff completes refugee applications for consideration and assists the US Government in the processing of such applications. The OPE also gathers key information that is given to US resettlement agencies to help them prepare for the arrival of approved refugees. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The position is for an interpreter to provide interpretations or translations of oral or written statements given in Burmese language and other Burmese languages (such as; Karen, Karenni, Chin, Arakan, etc.) and interpret or translate into English Language. As Fixed term contract position period of working are 6 months. Confidentiality is required. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: ƒ Provide translation document from Burmese and other Burmese languages to English Language and vise versa. ƒ Provide interpretation services for OPE assignments in Bangkok office and on occasionally outside Bangkok office if necessary. ƒ Assist HR officer in updating pool of interpreters for OPE processing. ƒ Prepare all relevant documentation for translation payment made through to outsourcing or translation company service provider. ƒ Perform other relevant duties as directed by supervisor. REQUIREMENTS: Perfect command of native language (Burmese) and excellent knowledge of English. Good organizational, coordination, and reporting skills. Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. Thorough knowledge of computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, email, internet). Proven skill in basic administration. Maturity, positive attitude and familiar working with under pressure. Experience working in as Interpreter is an advantage. Be able to communicate in other Burmese language is an advantage.

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REMARK: All positions require the one who have good human relations and must be a team player, ability to work under pressure of deadlines. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your letter of application by mail or attached in MS Word or PDF format in English, together with your CV, transcript, one recent photograph and contact details to: Email : [email protected] IRC considers applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, national origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or physical disability. IRC is an equal opportunity employer.