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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
Vacancy number: VNTAJC00657
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Translators, Interpreters, Conference Services
Duty station: Dushanbe
Date of issue: 8 October 2019
Deadline for application: 31 October 2019 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD) promotes the implementation of OSCE principles and commitments. With special emphasis on the regional context, it assists Tajikistan in tackling problems and threats to security, supports conflict prevention and crisis management measures. As such, it works in areas such as border management, police reform, counter-terrorism and small arms and light weapons stockpiling and storage. The Programme Office supports the development of the rule of law and democratic political institutions and processes, including the respect for human rights.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe is updating its roster of translators/interpreters available to provide services in Dushanbe, in the regions of Khatlon, Khujand, Rasht and Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast. For candidates to be placed on the roster of free-lance translators, incumbents must have one of the following professional experiences in translation/interpretation: English-Tajik and vice versa English-Russian and vice versa English-Dari/Farsi and vice versa The candidate must clearly indicate the preferred languages in provision of interpretation/translation services and the level of proficiency.

Necessary Qualifications



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

		The translators/interpreters will be remunerated commensurate with consultant’s experience and qualifications in accordance with OSCE established rates.

How To Apply

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED, offline applications received by email, post etc. will not be accepted. Please note that this vacancy is open for competition only amongst citizens of Tajikistan. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Note: Those Interpreters and Translators who are already in the Roster of Interpreters/Translators of OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe are not required to apply.