About Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean

Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbeanis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to interpreter, in1 within Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Chile, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Interpreter, In1
• Grade:INT-I
• Location:Santiago, Chile
• Department:Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: A first-level degree or equivalent qualification from a university or institution of equivalent status, preferably one at which Spanish or English are the principal languages of instruction.
• Academic Qualifications: In addition, a Master’s degree in interpretation, or a Master’s degree in translation and/or a post-graduate diploma in Conference Interpretation of at least one academic year of full-time study is desirable.
• Academic Qualifications: In the absence of an advanced degree in interpretation, a first-level university degree in combination with a minimum of 50 proven days of work in conference interpretation into Spanish may be accepted as qualifying experience..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, Spanish and English are required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Spanish UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV English UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV.
• A minimum of 50 proven days of work in conference interpretation into Spanish is desirable only in the absence of a Master’s degree in translation and/or a post-graduate diploma in Conference Interpretation of at least one academic year of full-time study.
• Experience: At least two years of experience in a language position or language related job is required..

Skills

• COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings..
• Pleases explain how you can provide proof of such experience, if needed.
• Experience in booth interpretation is required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply