Personnel Section invites all qualified National candidates to apply for the announced position. All interested candidates should submit their applications (Personal History Form- P11) as well as their latest performance report (i.e. special report) to Recruitment Unit/Personnel Section (email: minustah-recruitment@un.org). It is strongly recommended that you include the vacancy number of the above position in your application. Acknowledgment will be sent to short listed candidates only. Please note that internal candidates at GL-3 level or those internal candidates who have completed one year at GL-2 level are eligible to apply. Any applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. The female candidatures are particularly encouraged.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship: Under the direct supervision of UNPOL or MILITARY officer in charge, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties:

Description of Duties:

• Translate multilingual working documents to/from English, French, Spanish, Creole for the UNPOL or Military as required;
• Provide language support to various meetings (internal, official, external visitors, foreign consultants) to ensure clear and concise consecutive translation;
• Accompany UNPOL  or Military on patrols to facilitate communication in case of situations of more complex nature, and requiring follow-up in writing as required;
• Interface between the local population and UNPOL or Military as required;
• Provide language support in a calm and unbiased manner, when confronted with local conflicts in a policing situation or military patrol activity;
• Type documents in computer using Word software and Excel, as necessary;
• File documents and organize the filing system in the office;
• Perform tasks such as photocopying, handling incoming/outcoming correspondence and faxing documents, as well as day-to-day office support;
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Competencies:

Professionalism - Ensure punctuality and reliability in daily assignments.
Communication – Ability to speak and write in the required languages in a clear and concise manner.
Technological Awareness – Computer proficiency is required, knowledge of MS-Word and Excel.
Teamwork – Very good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect diversity.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Completion of secondary/high school education with confirmed diploma/certificate.
Work Experience: At least four (4) years of relevant work experience; preferably in a legal office, insurance or similar.
Languages: Fluency in written and spoken Creole, English, French and Spanish. Portuguese would be an advantage.