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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
Vacancy number: VNTAJG00571
Vacancy type: Local Contracted
Field of expertise: General Support Functions
Grade: G5
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Dushanbe
Date of issue: 17 January 2018
Deadline for application: 5 February 2018 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe is looking for a highly qualified, motivated and experienced professional for the position of Language Assistant for its Border Management Staff College (BMSC) in Dushanbe. Please note that this post is subject to classification results.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		Under guidance and supervision of the BMSC Chief Training and Education Officer [Project Officer], performs the following duties: Interpretation (consecutive and simultaneous): Provides high level interpretation services both consecutive and simultaneous at the high level meetings, seminars, negotiations, other BMSC events including one to one and group settings; Assists in BMSC organizing conferences, seminars, training courses and meetings with a variety of national and international attendees; Interprets messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible. Translation: Provides written translation, as applicable, legal, administrative or technical documents, training material, instructional and educational materials, correspondence, and forms, from local languages, Tajik, Russian, to English and vice versa; Editing and Proofreading: Edits and revises translated materials, checks translations of technical terms and terminology to ensures that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions; Reviews translated material for accuracy of meaning, grammar and syntax. Answers inquiries from patients, community agencies, and individuals and interpret and explain words and phrases for meaning and appropriateness; Compiles terminology and reads written materials, such as legal documents, scientific works, or news reports, and rewrite material into specified languages to ensure translation accuracy; Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Necessary Qualifications

		Secondary education supplemented by formal studies in languages; Minimum four years’ experience and established ability to translate and interpret preferably acquired in an International Organization; Computer literate with practical experience in Microsoft packages; Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Russian and local languages; Ability to work with people of different nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds; Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities.

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

		Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions, is 751.50 EUR. Social benefits will include participation in the Cigna medical insurance scheme and the OSCE Provident Fund.

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 the vacancy is open for competition only amongst nationals of Tajikistan. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the organization.