Interpreter Per Diem - French, Somali, Tigrinya, and or Kinyarwanda
Church World Service, Inc.

About CWS

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

Purpose

The Interpreter offers professional communications support and services to refugees.

Responsibilities

Offer professional interpretation and translation services to refugee clients, as well as transportation to interviews and appointments as necessary. (Compensation is paid by CWS for mileage when using personal vehicle.)

• Maintain client confidentiality at all times.
• Advocate on behalf of refugees, and refugee-serving voluntary agencies.
• Document all contacts and services in client case files and maintain case note logs.
• Attend trainings and conferences as requested by supervisor.
• Keep informed about refugee and immigrant issues, and available services to refugees, using current information to better identify and serve refugee clients.
• Represent the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• Perform all duties in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.
• Work varied hours, including some night and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Superior English verbal and written communication skills are required. Fluency in a refugee language is required. (Required language(s): French, Somali, Tigrinya, and or Kinyarwanda)
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS' Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

Experience: Previous work experience in interpretation and translation is desired. Cultural sensitivity is essential.

Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, email, and internet applications is desired.

Education & Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent life experience

Special Requirements

• Superior English verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Fluency in a refugee language is required.
• Proficiency in MS Word
• Valid Drivers License is preferred

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