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International Rescue Committee · 3 months ago

Arabic Interpreter

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a major humanitarian organization dedicated to helping people affected by crises around the world. They are seeking an Arabic Interpreter to provide accurate and impartial interpretation services to Limited English Proficient individuals and their service providers, ensuring effective communication in various settings.

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Responsibilities

Provide accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation to LEP individuals and service providers in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, schools, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Services may be rendered in person, via telephone, videoconference, or other virtual means
Track assignments and work hours within designated software
Participate in training and assessments
May support special projects and initiatives
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

ArabicInterpretation certificationRefugeesEnglish proficiencyCultural sensitivityBasic computer skillsAttention to detail

Required

High school diploma is strongly preferred
Spoken proficiency in Arabic is required
Cultural sensitivity; ability to build trust with clients, colleagues, and partners
Proficient in English, both spoken and written
Attention to detail and accuracy in work product
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Reliable transportation to appointment locations

Preferred

Interpretation certification preferred
Relevant professional interpretation experience is preferred
Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred
Knowledge of the following dialects including but not limited to the following dialects: Levantine, Maghrebi, Egyptian, and Sudanese is preferred

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

Company

International Rescue Committee

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IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (15)
2024 (13)
2023 (20)
2022 (17)
2021 (13)
2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.25M
Key Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M

Leadership Team

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David Miliband
President & CEO
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Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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