The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression announces an opportunity to volunteer within the team Documentation of Violations (Translator), according following condition:
The employer: The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM)
About SCM: The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) is an independent, non-governmental and non-profit organization that aims to a society that guarantees freedom of expression and belief, human rights, and access to justice. Its vision is a democratic world based on justice, freedom and equality, with respect for human rights and dignity
The Project: The Violations Documentation Center in Syria (VDC)
Scope of work: Translation (Ar-Eng) , Translation (Ar- Kurd) – Assistant
Application deadline: from 14 to 25 April 2021
Duration of Contract: 6 Months
Date to launch announcement: 14th April 2021
Place of Work: Anywhere provided the applicant has good internet connection
Number of positions available: 5 (3 Ar-Eng translators, 1 Ar-Kurd translator, 1 assistant
Required qualifications:
For the translators:
- Fluent speakers of Arabic and English\
- Fluent Speakers of Arabic and English
- Excellent and safe communication skills
For the Assistant:
- The ability to assist in administrative work, provided that he /she is proficient in dealing with files and computer programs and has good knowledge of digital security principles
- Excellent and safe communication skills
Requirements:
- A computer is required
- The ability to use Excel and Google Drive software is required
- The ability to work at least 2-3 hours a day
- Maintaining a safe work environment by complying with SCM’s rules and procedures
- Protect the confidentiality and privacy of the information that is dealt with in all cases
- Adherence to the principles and values of volunteer work and the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression
- General knowledge of human rights terminology and the terminology of the Syrian context
- The ability to carry out electronic correspondence in an appropriate and clear manner
- For the administrative assistant: priority for applicants who have good command of English language
How to apply:
- The CV must include contact information (telephone number, Skype address), previous experiences with professional references, academic qualifications
- CV must be in PDF with the full name of the applicant in the title and the position name, in accordance with the position applied for, as follows:
(Name – volunteer – Eng translator)
(Name – volunteer – Kurd translator)
(Name – volunteer – Assistant)
- Applications sent via email to jobs@scm.ngo
- CVs will be reviewed after the announcement deadline and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We sincerely apologize for not replying to the excluded candidates.
Interviews:
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by the end of April and the beginning of May
