Translator & Interpreter
Quick answer
UNRWA is hiring a Translator & Interpreter (Amman, Jordan) to translate documents, interpret at meetings, and assist with editing Arabic language materials. The position is based in Amman and requires a Master's degree and at least seven years of translation and interpretation experience.
- Role
- Translator & Interpreter
- Organization
- UNRWA - United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees
- Location
- Amman, Jordan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
UNRWA is seeking a Translator & Interpreter to provide translation and interpretation services between English and Arabic. The role involves translating documents, acting as an interpreter at meetings, and assisting with editing Arabic language materials.
What you'll do
- Translates documents, reports, and website content from English into Arabic and vice versa for internal or external use, ensuring accuracy and precision.
- Acts as interpreter at internal and external meetings, press briefings and other official occasions as required.
- Assists the Head of Creative Digital Multimedia Communications with editing of UNRWA’s official Arab language materials; collaborates with the Communications Division’s Arabic desk in these tasks.
- Edits and proofreads agency-wide documents, as required, including sensitive documents, pertaining to the work of the Executive Office and from other departments such as the Department of Legal Affairs, Department of Human Resources, Ethics Office, Office of the Ombudsman, Protection and Neutrality unit; and assists such departments in overseeing the final production of their key documents, bulletins and other issuances.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Communications, including, where required, in support of other offices or departments in the Agency.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in English, translation and interpretation or a related field.
- At least seven years of experience in translation and interpretation work from Arabic into English and vice-versa, of which three years were in an international organization.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
- Ability to work independently or in a team.
- Tactful and well-developed political awareness.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly Provident Fund contribution (15.4% of basic salary paid by the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance (if applicable). Additional benefits include -2 days of sick leave for each completed month of service, 14 weeks of Maternity Leave, and 2 weeks paternity leave.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Amman, Jordan.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in English, translation and interpretation or a related field, at least seven years of experience in translation and interpretation work from Arabic into English and vice-versa, of which three years were in an international organization, and excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the UNRWA online e-recruitment system inspira.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is October 21, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNRWA - United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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