ICRC French-to-English Translator

THE INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS (ICRC), an independent humanitarian organization whose mandate is to provide protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and internal disturbances, is seeking to recruit an experienced

French-to-English Translator (activity rate: 80%) based in Geneva, Switzerland

Main responsibilities As a member of a motivated team of professional translators, the successful candidate will translate and revise a wide range of texts in a variety of styles (operational reports and legal documents, web articles, etc.) from French into English. He or she will also edit texts written in English.

Selection criteria • English mother tongue • excellent English-language writing skills • advanced knowledge of French, other languages an asset • robust approach to translation and editing • strong interpersonal skills • solid computer skills (Microsoft Office) • familiarity with CAT tools (particularly Trados and terminology tools) • knowledge of international law or related fields an asset

Minimum length of assignment: 2 years, renewable

Desired starting date: 1 April 2013

Application deadline: 3 December 2012

How to apply: 

To find out more about the requirements for this position and to apply, please go to the job listing on our websitewww.icrc.org (Who we are/Working for the ICRC/Vacancies).