WWO is a US-based not-for-profit organization working in Vietnam since 2005. The global mission of WWO is to transform the lives of orphaned children and help them to become healthy, independent, productive members of their communities and the world.
They are seeking to compile a pool of qualified translators/ interpreters who have experience and knowledge in social work, psychology, finance and HIV/AIDS. This pool will be consulted as and when job opportunities arise.
SCOPE OF WORK
- Provide translation and interpretation
- Simultaneous interpretation – English to Vietnamese and vice versa;
- Liaison interpretation (informal small meeting)- English to Vietnamese and vice versa
- Translate documents from English to Vietnamese and vice versa
- Job duties will take place in a number of contexts, from translating documents from home to interpreting in informal and formal work meetings, discussions, workshops, and conferences related to legal finance, psychosocial and health sectors, camp (especially HIV/AIDS).
SELECTIONS CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful candidates selected for inclusion in the pool will have:
- Have experiences / training as interpreter
- An excellent command of English and Vietnamese;
- A good memory and the ability to learn fast;
- The skills to interact well with people and work as part of a team;
- The ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality;
- Flexibility to deal calmly with the unexpected and sometimes difficult situations;
- Dedication and commitment;
- Knowledge of social work and HIV/AIDS desired
- Confidence to speak in public
- A clear and pleasant speaking voice
EXPECTED OUTPUTS:
- Translated documents that will be reviewed for accuracy, appropriate language and terminology use.
- Interpretation that is clear and accurate.
Applications should include:
- A resume (not longer than 2 pages) summarizing qualifications and experience;
- An application letter;
- 2 work referees with contact details.
Please indicate your expectation for remuneration/salary in your application
Interested candidates please submit your applications by Feb 29th 2012 by email to: [email protected] with cc to: [email protected] [1]. They are sorry that due to time constraint, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO) is an equal opportunity employer. For detailed information on WWO, visit our website: www.wwo.org [2]