Description

To interpret during individual and group counselling sessions, as well as psycho-education activities. Interpretation for the individual sessions might also be provided remotely (phone or online).
Assist in communication between IRC staff, other staff, beneficiaries and/ or any other relevant parties
Assist in documentation and referrals
Assist in collection of information and data and case identification
Assist in planning and conducting visits at sites (, urban settings, collective accommodations and any other place where the team is operating)
Support MHPSS activities wherever they take place
Conducting administrative duties as required

Responsibilities

High school degree with minimum two years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Interpretation, social sciences, or equivalent combination of education and work experience is an asset.
Experience working at international development programs highly desirable
Experience in translation/ interpretation services
Strong communication skills (written and spoken) in Ukrainian, knowledge of Russian is an asset, and ability to interpret and translate into English/Greek and vice versa
Ability to interpret via phone
Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Ability and composure to deal with crises and stressful incidents
Responsiveness to queries and referrals as and when needed and able to manage a varying workload
Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people
Flexibility, openness to others, humanitarian motivation.
Training in interpretation or intercultural mediation is an asset
Experience of working with refugees and vulnerable groups of people is an asset
Strong communication skills (written and spoken) in Lingala or Farsi and ability to translate into English or Greek and vice versa is a plus