Arabic-English Translator
Quick answer
Chemonics is hiring a mid-level Arabic-English Translator for the Syria Education Programme II in the Syrian Arab Republic, with a closing date of 09/14/2026.
- Role
- Arabic-English Translator
- Organization
- Chemonics
- Location
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
Chemonics is seeking a skilled Arabic-English Translator to support translation and interpretation needs for the Syria Education Programme II.
What you'll do
- Translate a wide range of written materials between Arabic and English
- Localise Syria Education Programme II materials for Arabic-speaking audiences
- Provide high-quality interpretation during meetings and workshops
- Collaborate with different teams to ensure consistency in terminology
- Maintain and update an internal glossary of key development terms
- Review and edit translations for accuracy and consistency
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Arabic Language, English Language, Linguistics, International Relations, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of professional translation and/or interpretation experience
- Native or near-native proficiency in both Arabic and English
- Proven experience translating technical and programme documents
- Strong understanding of Modern Standard Arabic and relevant regional dialects
- Experience working with or translating for FCDO, UN agencies, USAID, GIZ, or other international development actors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the Syrian Arab Republic.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply?
To apply, please fill out the SEP II Job Application Form by September 14, 2026. If you are unable to access the link directly due to local internet restrictions, please consider using a VPN connection to access and complete the application form.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years of professional translation and/or interpretation experience, native or near-native proficiency in both Arabic and English, and proven experience translating technical and programme documents.
Is the job remote?
The work schedule is not specified, but the job may be remote or in-office depending on the organization’s needs.
How to apply
Apply directly on Chemonics's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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