International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a global humanitarian organization working to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. Since its founding in 1863, the ICRC has operated according to the principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence. Its work spans healthcare, emergency response, logistics, humanitarian consulting, and efforts to promote respect for international humanitarian law, with teams supporting communities in need around the world.

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Kinyarwanda Interpreter in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Support ICRC humanitarian protection work in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through Kinyarwanda interpretation, translation, and reporting. Handle confidential detention interviews, family-reunification activities, and operational communications.

2 weeks ago

Congo - Kinshasa On-site Contract Junior Middle No degree required English Required French Required Kinyarwanda Required Translator

Description

Interpret confidential interviews with people deprived of liberty between Kinyarwanda and French
Interpret ICRC institutional briefings and discussions with authorities
Support family-links work, including Red Cross message delivery, family tracing, and detainee family visits
Translate Kinyarwanda newspaper articles, correspondence, and other materials into written French
Assess and report on detention conditions, security, and other matters relevant to the ICRC mandate
Assist with additional protection activities as required
Liaise externally with authorities, other organizations, beneficiaries, and operational contacts
Coordinate internally with staff across other departments

Requirements

Excellent French proficiency at C1 level is required
Excellent Kinyarwanda proficiency at C1 level is required
English proficiency is a strong asset
Spanish, Russian, Arabic, or Portuguese proficiency is a strong asset
At least two years of professional experience
Prior interpreting or translation experience is an advantage
Strong motivation to undertake humanitarian work
Capacity to work under pressure in potentially dangerous conditions
An open-minded and adaptable approach
Good health and completion of a medical check-up before field departure
A driving licence for manual-transmission vehicles
Willingness to accept unaccompanied postings for the first two missions, each lasting at least 12 months, or 24 months in total
University education or a degree in interpretation or translation is an advantage
The ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of their nationality

Benefits

Two-week orientation course
Additional opportunities for in-house training
Attractive social benefits
Consideration for future assignments through the ICRC talent pool
Inclusive and diverse workplace

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