Qualified Translator -Egypt Mission

• CONTEXT:
• Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.
• MAIN PURPOSE:
• Performing professional translation activities and delegated duties depending on supervisor’s specialization and instructions and according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures, in order to ensure a proper representation and translation of MSF activities and core values.
• Place of work:MSF Offices and Clinics in Maadi Cairo
• Starting date:01/01/2022
• No of Jobs: 1
• Working Hours:08:30 – 17:30
• Job Shift:Sunday to Thursday from 08:30 – 17:30
• Contract Duration: 12 months extendable
• Required Travel:Not Required but some flexibility may be asked for operational purposes rarely
• SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performing professional written and oral interpretation and translation activities according to supervisor’s specialisation (e.g. MD, RN, IC, Pharmacy, Mental Health, Lab, Logistics, Operations, HR), ensuring medical confidentiality, neutrality and respect towards patients, collaborators, authorities, military factions and MSF staff.
• Performing administrative tasks required by supervisor (arrangement of meetings, minute taking, and follow-up for patient care). Providing necessary feedback to supervisor following discussions and negotiations and assisting with report writing (MSF and Government required reports), ensuring that all meeting minutes are recorded and that translated documents are properly filed
• Depending on the supervisor’s specialisation and the needs of the respective department, establishing and maintaining professional contacts with relevant authorities and communicating MSF’s messages to MoH counterparts and authorities (specifically related to patient care);
• Ensuring that supervisor is aware of cultural nuances when dealing with MoH authorities and counterparts to ensure a good working relationship. Educating supervisor on effective methods of culturally sensitive communication and informing international staff about local customs, tradition, etc. that will help in better communication and understanding of the context.
• Immediately informing supervisor of any problems that might be linked to individual behaviour (counterproductive and/or culturally insensitivity) and declaring any “conflict of interest” when asked to translate (e.g. personal involvement).
• Upholding MSF’s core principles, values, quality standards and Code of Conduct. Respecting MSF’s identification materials and not abusing their use aside from their intended purposes.
• Observing security rules and regulations, NOT putting self and others in danger. Promoting and maintaining MSF quality standards
• Supporting in archiving in the HR and Administration department’s filing

Job Requirements

JOB PROFILE:

Education:

• Higher education (health degree would be an asset)
• Professional training in translation

Experience:

• Essential at least two years previous proven working experience.
• Desirable in MSF or other NGOs
• Experience in written and oral translations and performing administrative tasks

Languages:

• English and Arabic Independent User (B2) in Speaking and Writing: Essential.
  • B2 Independent User Definition:
    • Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation.
    • Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
    • Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options Knowledge

• Good computer skills (MS word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Transversal Competencies:

• Commitment to MSF’s Principles
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Service Orientation
• Stress Management