English-Serbian Interpreters (local consultancy)

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Issued by: OSCE Mission to Serbia
Vacancy number: VNSRMC00663
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Translators, Interpreters, Conference Services
Number of posts: multiple
Duty station: Belgrade
Date of issue: 16 December 2020
Deadline for application: 4 January 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)
Date of entry on duty: 25 January 2021

Background

		The OSCE Mission to Serbia is looking for highly experienced interpreters who would be placed on the Mission’s consultancy roster and may be hired to provide mainly simultaneous and occasionally consecutive interpretation from Serbian into English and/or from English into Serbian. The interpretation would be provided at events dealing with a variety of topics covered by the Mission’s mandate, such as rule of law, human rights, criminal justice, anti-corruption, judicial and legal services reform, economic crime, police reform, organized crime, human trafficking, community policing, good governance, parliamentary affairs, local self-government, environmental affairs, rights of national minorities, refugees, youth, non-discrimination, media freedom, media literacy, media legislation, digital society, political affairs. All applicants are required to submit with their application form, at least 3 (three) business references confirming their experience in providing simultaneous interpretation from/to English and Serbian at events dealing with topics similar to those listed above. The selection will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the submitted references.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under the supervision of the relevant hiring manager the interpreter will be responsible for: Providing simultaneous interpretation from Serbian into English and/or from English into Serbian, as required, at the OSCE-organized or OSCE-sponsored events; Providing consecutive interpretation from Serbian into English and/or from English into Serbian, as required, at meetings or smaller scale gatherings; Familiarizing with the relevant topics/terminology in preparation for the events/meetings.

Necessary Qualifications

		Citizenship of or permanent residence in the Republic of Serbia; University degree or equivalent professional qualification in relevant language(s); Minimum 5 years of professional experience in simultaneous interpretation both from Serbian into English and from English into Serbian in the areas covered by the Mission’s mandate as listed above; Professional fluency in Serbian and English, both oral and written; Computer literacy with practical experience in Microsoft package, including the ability to use online communication tools; Experience using simultaneous interpretation equipment; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, as well as the ability to integrate gender perspective into tasks and activities; Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions or cultural backgrounds and diverse views while maintaining impartiality and objectivity. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the OSCE core values and competencies by studying the OSCE Competency Model available at: https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		Successful applicants will be placed on the Mission’s consultancy roster and may be hired for specific interpretation tasks in the period of 2 (two) years upon completion of the selection process, which is the validity of the roster. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Mission’s interpretation fees valid at the time of the hiring, currently set at 6,000 RSD per hour started.

How To Apply

		Please apply online through this website (https://jobs.osce.org) no later than 4 January 2021. Only applications received through this website will be considered; applications received by email, post etc. will not be accepted. Please attach to your application form at least 3 (three) business references confirming your experience in providing simultaneous interpretation from/to English and Serbian at events dealing with topics similar to those listed above. Please make sure the references include as many qualitative and quantitative details as possible, since the selection will be made on the basis of an evaluation of the submitted references. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates who have not been contacted by 31 January 2021 should consider there will be no follow up to their application. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, cancel the recruitment, offer a consultancy at a different level or with modified terms of reference or for a different duration.