Intrepreter/Translator, French, P-3

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 Jan 2010

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda

DUTY STATION: The Hague

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 09-CON-ICTR-423163-R-THE HAGUE

The appointment is limited to ICTR. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Chief of the Language Services Section, and the direct supervision of the Head, Interpretation Unit, the Interpreter/Translator will be responsible for the following duties: 1. Service up to seven Court sessions/meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration, of various ICTR Chambers/United Nations bodies; 2. Provide interpretation, into French of speeches or statements given in English; 3. Perform as necessary English to French translation as assigned by the Chief of Section or his representative; 4. May occasionally be assigned to sensitive meetings; 5. May function as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting; 6. May perform other related duties, as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: High level of concentration; split-second accuracy; clear delivery; ability to work under continuous stress and to assimilate an exceedingly broad range of subjects. Communication: Good interpersonal and communication skills. Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Planning and Organizing: Willingness to constantly improve linguistic skills and monitor own work; good documentary and terminological preparation for meetings; punctuality and readiness to travel and to keep flexible working hours. Technological Awareness: Sound computer skills, including proficiency in contemporary word processing software.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

University Degree in relevant modern language or law and an Interpretation Degree, Certificate, or Diploma from a recognized Interpretation Training School; must have passed the official ICTR competitive Examination for English to French Interpreters/Translators.

Work Experience

A minimum of three years of work experience in an international organization is required.

Languages

English and French are the working language of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). For the post advertised, a perfect command of French and an excellent knowledge of English are required.

Other Skills

Proven ability to interpret from or into other UN official languages will be an asset. A broad cultural background and a good written style. Initiative, judgement, thoroughness and ability to maintain harmonious working relationships in a multinational team. Demonstrated ability to perform written translation work from English to French. Knowledge in the use of computer applications.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary.

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After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.

In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.

UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.

E-mail: ictr_Personnel@un.org,

Fax: 1-212-963-2848, 255-27-250 4000, 255-27-250 4373

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.