Portuguese/Spanish Interpreter
Quick answer
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is hiring a Santiago-based Portuguese/Spanish Interpreter to provide conference interpretation services on a temporary, in-office basis.
- Role
- Portuguese/Spanish Interpreter
- Organization
- Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC)
- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-07-10
The role
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is seeking Portuguese/Spanish interpreters to join their roster for temporary appointments. Selected candidates will provide simultaneous interpretation services in professional settings and may serve as team leads during sensitive meetings. This role requires candidates to reside in Chile and participate in an online language examination process.
What you'll do
- Provide simultaneous interpretation from Spanish into Portuguese.
- Support sensitive meetings as an interpreter.
- Act as a team leader for interpreters assigned to specific meetings.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
What it takes
- First-level university degree or equivalent.
- Minimum of two years of experience in a language-related role.
- Proven experience in booth interpretation.
- Residence in Chile is strictly required.
- Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and Portuguese (UN Level IV).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Temporary appointment under the When Actually Employed (WAE) modality or Individual Contractor modality.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is based in Santiago, Chile, and those granted temporary appointments are typically required to work on United Nations premises.
What are the key language requirements for this role?
Candidates must demonstrate UN Level IV proficiency in both Spanish and Portuguese, along with at least UN Level II proficiency in either English or French.
How do I apply for this interpreter roster?
Interested candidates must apply via the official UN recruitment platform, Inspira, by July 10, 2026, and submit documentation supporting their language qualifications.
Is there a salary listed for this position?
No, the compensation for this temporary interpreter role is not specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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