Kinyarwanda Interpreter in Genève

h3What We Do /h3 pThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian protection and assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations. /p h3What We Do /h3 pThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian protection and assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations. /p h3Purpose /h3 pLanguage is at the heart of humanitarian action; it enables dialogue, builds trust, and ensures that people affected by conflict can express themselves and be heard. /p pThe ICRC Interpreter plays a critical role in enabling this by facilitating accurate and meaningful communication among ICRC delegates, affected populations, authorities, and other stakeholders. Through interpretation in sensitive and complex contexts, including protection activities, visits to detainees, family reunification processes, and dialogue with parties to conflict, the Interpreter ensures that every conversation can take place with clarity, respect, and confidentiality. /p pThis is a unique, people-centered role that goes beyond translating words. It requires judgment, cultural awareness, and a deep understanding of the humanitarian principles guiding the ICRC’s work, helping build bridges of understanding where communication can make a real difference. /p h3Accountabilities Functional Responsibilities /h3 ul liOral interpretation: from Kinyarwanda to French and vice versa during confidential interviews with people deprived of liberty, ICRC institutional dissemination, ICRC dialogue with authorities, activities to establish the family links which includes delivering Red Cross messages, family tracing and visits to families of detainees. /li liWritten translation: translation of Kinyarwanda language (newspaper articles, correspondence, etc.) into written French. /li liAnalysis and reporting as required: analysis of conditions of detention, security and other matters relating to the ICRC's mandate. /li liCan be asked to provide support on other protection activities as needed. /li /ul h3Relationships /h3 ul liExternally, interacts with the authorities, representatives of other organizations and beneficiaries, both within and outside places of detention. May be called upon to develop a network of contacts related to operational needs. /li liInternally, interacts with staff in other departments. /li /ul h3Required Profile And Skills /h3 ul liExcellent command of French (C1) required /li liExcellent command of Kinyarwanda (C1) required /li liProficiency in English is a strong asset. /li liProficiency in other ICRC operational languages (Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese) is a strong asset. /li li2 years of professional experience. Previous interpreter or translator experience is an advantage. /li liStrongly motivated by humanitarian work. /li liAble to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment. /li liOpen-minded and adaptable. /li liUniversity education/degree in interpretation or translation is an advantage. /li /ul h3Our operational field constraints /h3 ul liIn line with the principle of neutrality, the ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of which they are nationals. /li liCandidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up prior to departure in the field. /li liCandidates must possess a driving licence (for manual transmission vehicles). /li liCandidates must be prepared to accept unaccompanied postings (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for the first two missions (minimum 12 months each) or total of 24 months. /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 ul liRewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment /li liA two-week orientation course and other opportunities for further in-house training /li liAttractive social benefits /li liJoin an ICRC talent pool and be considered for future assignments elsewhere /li /ul pThe ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates! /p h3Our values /h3 pAt the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page. /p h3Additional Information /h3 ul liType of role: Mobile /li liWorking rate: 100% /li liStarting date: Continuous, global deployment roster. /li liLocation: Democratic Republic of the Congo, various sites /li liHardship : Variable /li liJob level: B2 /li liLength of assignment: 12 months, extendable /li liContract type: Maximum-term contract /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr