Interpreter

About the role

The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary‑General for Yemen is seeking a professional Interpreter to support high‑level meetings, negotiations and field missions in Amman, Jordan. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the incumbent will ensure seamless communication between UN officials, national authorities and partner organisations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation between local languages and UN working languages at meetings, conferences and operational activities.
• Deliver escort and field interpretation for delegations visiting from UN Headquarters and senior mission leadership.
• Translate and proofread documents, briefing notes, reports and agreements, maintaining linguistic accuracy and UN terminology.
• Maintain and update terminology databases, glossaries and reference materials.
• Support the Chief/Head of Unit in planning interpretation services and coordinating assignments for major events.
• Ensure cultural and linguistic adaptation of translated materials for local relevance.
• Uphold strict confidentiality in high‑sensitivity meetings.

Required profile

• Demonstrated professionalism and mastery of interpretation techniques.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while delivering accurate and consistent language services.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.
• Flexibility to work in dynamic, multi‑stakeholder environments.

Required skills

• Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation.
• Document translation and proofreading.
• Terminology management and glossary development.
• Familiarity with UN linguistic conventions and standards.