About the Job

The translator supports the ICRC communicate clearly and consistently by providing translation services from English into Somali and editing services in Somali. **

This is a resident/national position based in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Translates from English into Somali and occasionally from Somali to English and edits in Somali a wide range of ICRC documents and other texts, within agreed deadlines, ensuring high quality and appropriate terminology

· Supports other departments within the organization on linguistic matters

· Uses and suggests updates to terminology tools

· Supports communication related training/coaching for staff of field structures and other departments

· Organizes briefings, dissemination sessions, workshops, seminars and public relations events

· Elaborates written reports and contributes to the internal reporting system

Minimum qualifications and required competencies

· Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or an equivalent qualification in a related field of study

· At least 3 years’ experience in providing translation services, English to Somali / Somali to English

· Multiple translation assignments in the field of law or humanitarian assistance and protection are an asset

· Strong facilitation and presentation **

· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

· Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali language

· Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with digital communication tools

· Good knowledge of the political, social and media environment in Somalia

We Offer

· A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization

· Training and development opportunities

· A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework