Volunteer Title: Translator (English to French)
Location(s) where the role is to be performed: Remote
Supervisor: Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Timings: 1-2 hours per week
Dates: flexible
Background Checks Requirements: Depending on the nature of the role, if the candidate is traveling to RI field operations they will require advanced pre appointment checks.
About Relief International.
Relief International (RI) is a leading non-profit organization working in 15 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.
Role summary.
Relief international is seeking a volunteer to help with proof reading and copy editing French job descriptions and job adverts.
Tasks will include, but are not limited to.
· Proof reading French job descriptions and job adverts
· Copy editing as required, ensuring the text is gender neutral, and acronyms are translated correctly
· Comparing the adverts with the English version, to check for accuracy in content and meaning
Learning objectives.
· Learn about recruitment processes
· Receive in house training on the humanitarian sector
Role Requirements.
· Experience in translating text from English to French
· Strong IT skills
· Fluency in spoken and written French
· Fluency in spoken and written English
RI Values.
Guided by the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence, as well as “Do No Harm,” Relief International Values:
We value:
- Integrity
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Inclusivity
- Sustainability
How to apply
To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.
- You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
- The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.
Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.
