Retainer Interpreter (Khmer)

Deadline for Applications September 6, 2026 Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based) A (least hardship) Family Type (not applicable for home-based) Family Staff Member / Affiliate Type UNOPS LICA3 Target Start Date 2026-10-01 Terms of Reference 1. General Background Interpretation services for the language of: Khmer ***Remark : The work can be performed remotely.       2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment 1. To translate accurately and professionally, in a timely manner, documents in relation to Registration (REG), Refugee Status Determination (RSD), Resettlement (RST), Community Services and other Protection purposes for the UNHCR Representation in Thailand from the specific language assigned to the undersigned interpreter to English and vice versa. 2. To interpret during REG/RSD/RST/CS/Protection interviews/counselling sessions of asylum seekers/refugees. When requested and with prior approval from the RSD Officer, to carry out interpretation for other UNHCR Offices/ staff members and/or delegations of resettlement countries in Bangkok. 3. To interpret in the context of various Protection information sessions, briefings, training and related sessions including on best interest determination, etc. 4. When instructed by the immediate Supervisor, to interpret telephone inquiries made by asylum-seekers/refugees/phone callers in the language assigned to the undersigned interpreters. 5. To report to the Supervisor on each call received for recording in the database, Progres, and further action by other responsible staff. 6. To perform other interpretation and translation functions as requested by the supervisors. Qualifications and Experience • Possesses proven skills in communicating proficiently from the assigned language to English and vice versa. This means accurate listening, speaking, reading and writing, reporting in both languages in a verbatim and efficient manner. • Possesses professional conduct and ethics in the course of performing interpretation and translation services. • Prior experience in interpretation/translation is desirable.   Standard Job Description Interpreter Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Interpreter Assistant normally report to a higher level local or international staff. The incumbent supports the operation with translation and interpretation related activities. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Interprets and/or translates from newspapers, written reports, magazines etc. - Interprets oral conversations, discussions and interviews especially when attending meetings with high ranking officials, diplomats and others. - Travels with international staff on their missions to the field for interpretation and other assistance, as needed. - Arranges meetings, both internal and external, some involving high-ranking officials and takes minutes/notes. - Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities. - Responds to queries relating to the area of responsibility. - Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). - Perform other related duties as required.

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