工作内容
Within delegated authority, the Senior 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.French interpreters provide interpretation, as required, into French of speeches or statements given in English and Spanish and/or RussianRoutinely assigned to sensitive meetings.Routinely functions as team leader of all interpreters assigned to a given meeting.Assists the Chief of Section or Service, as appropriate, in the screening, training and examining of prospective interpreters.Serves as Week-end Duty Officer for the Interpretation Service and as Chief Interpreter on missions.May be designated as Chief of relevant Interpretation Section.May instruct and advise interpreter trainees.May perform other related duties as required.
工作要求
Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; split-second accuracy. Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. 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. Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly. Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
专业要求
A first level degree from a university. (Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for French Interpreter ).
工作经验
A minimum of ten years of professional interpreting experience in international organizations, five of which would normally have been within the UN System or similar international organization is required. Relevant language experience within the UN System or in similar international organization may be taken into consideration in meeting the requirements of this post.
语言要求
A perfect command of French, normally expected to be the incumbent’s main language. Candidates must also possess a perfect command of English, and Spanish and/or Russian.
申请方式
online apply