Interpreter, French
Vor 2 Tagen
These two temporary positions are located in the French Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva. The incumbents report to the Chief, French Interpretation Section.
**Responsibilities**:
Under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service and the direct supervision of the Chief, French Interpretation Section, the interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:
- Services up to seven meetings per week (exceptionally eight), usually of no more than three hours duration, of various United Nations bodies.
- Provides interpretation into French of speeches given in English and Spanish.
- Routinely covers sensitive meetings.
- May perform other related duties, as required.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM:
TEAMWORK:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
COMMITMENT TO CONTINUOUS LEARNING:
Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
Education
A first level degree from a university or from an institution of equivalent status is required.
Work Experience
At least two (2) years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations is required.
Languages
NOTE: "Perfect command equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and "excellent knowledge" equals a rating of "confident" in two of the four areas.
Assessment
Special Notice
- While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
- Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
- At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a
diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and
United Nations Considerations
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
-
Interpreter, Arabic, P4
Vor 2 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz ONU VollzeitCritères de l'offre **L'entreprise**: ONU This position is located in the Arabic Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and is under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service. Description du poste Under the broad supervision...
-
Peulh Interpreter
Vor 6 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz ICRC Vollzeit**Requisition ID**: 18526 **Region**: Global Deployment Option **Contract type**: Open-ended contract What we do The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for...
-
Interpreter, Arabic
Vor 2 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis position is located in the Arabic Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and is under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service. **Responsibilities**: Under the broad supervision of the Chief, Arabic Interpretation Section,...
-
Interpreter, Russian
Vor 7 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis position is located in the Russian Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management (DCM), Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and is under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service. **Responsibilities**: Under the broad supervision of the Chief, Russian Interpretation...
-
Interpreter, Spanish
vor 1 Woche
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis post is located in the Spanish Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management (DCM), Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and is under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service. **Responsibilities**: Under the broad supervision of the Chief, Spanish Interpretation...
-
Interpreter, Spanish, P3
Vor 2 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz ONU VollzeitCritères de l'offre **L'entreprise**: ONU This position is located in the Spanish Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva, and is under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service. Description du poste Under the broad supervision...
-
Interpreter, Arabic
Vor 5 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis temporary position is located in the Arabic Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Arabic Interpretation Section. **Responsibilities**: Under the general supervision of the Chief of Interpretation Service...
-
Interpreter, Arabic
vor 21 Stunden
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis temporary position is located in the Arabic Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief, Arabic Interpretation Section. **Responsibilities**: Under the general supervision of the Chief of Interpretation Service...
-
Associate Interpreter, Arabic
Vor 5 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis position is located within the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel, pursuant to Human Rights Council Resolution A/HRC/RES/S-30/1. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Coordinator of the Commission. **Responsibilities**: Within delegated...
-
Associate Interpreter, English
Vor 4 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThis position is located in the English Interpretation Section, Interpretation Service, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM) at Geneva. The incumbent reports to the Chief, English Interpretation Section. **Responsibilities**: Under the general supervision of the Chief, Interpretation Service...
-
Fbo Customer Service Representative
Vor 3 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz Hawker Pacific VollzeitSummary: Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of...
-
Fbo Ramp Agent
Vor 3 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz Jet Aviation AG VollzeitThe position is required to serve the customer’s needs and the requirements of their aircraft in accordance with Jet Aviation policy and procedures by performing the following duties. - Description/Tasks: - Provide basic handling services such as porter service, valet parking, delivery of luggage and cargo from/to aircraft, etc; - Safe operation of ground...
-
Individual Contractor
Vor 6 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitResult of Service The Individual Contractor will be specifically responsible for: Preparing daily media monitoring of human rights related news, plus coverage of OHCHR public messaging. Monitoring and analysing current events, public opinion and the press. Work Location Geneva Expected duration 9 months **Responsibilities**: With the direct supervision...
-
Intern - Public Information - Media [temporary]
Vor 7 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThe internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section of the Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS...
-
Architectural Bim, Revit Cad Technician
vor 1 Woche
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitResult of Service Delivery projects and updated space planning drawings. Work Location Geneva, UN premises. Expected duration 6 months with possibility of extension pending availability of funds. **Responsibilities**: The individual contractor will be located in the Buildings Unit of the Facilities Management Section, Central Support Services, Division of...
-
Intern - Public Information Outreach [temporary]
Vor 7 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThe internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section of the Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS...
-
Fbo Ramp Agent
Vor 3 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz Hawker Pacific VollzeitSummary: Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of...
-
Intern - Information Systems & Communication
Vor 5 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThe internship is located in the Information Systems Unit (ISU) in the Programme Management and Support Services Division (PMSSD) of the Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). **Responsibilities**: The intern is expected to contribute to the work of the Information Systems Unit as follows: b) Assisting in mapping of ISU activities d) Assisting in the...
-
Intern - Public Information (Social Media)
Vor 7 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThe internship is located in the Press and External Relations Section, Information Service, Department of Global Communications (DGC), United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG). The United Nations Information Service (UNIS) in Geneva is the voice of the United Nations Office at Geneva. Through the media and its own news and information products, UNIS keeps the...
-
Unctad Internship in The Office of The
Vor 7 Tagen
Geneve, Schweiz United Nations VollzeitThe internship will be in the Office of the Director of UNCTAD's Division on Investment and Enterprise. The period of this internship will be for three months, starting as soon as possible. **Responsibilities**: - Drafts speaking notes, speeches, articles, formal correspondence and other materials as required. - Assist in the organization of...
