Job Title: English–Arabic Interpreter
Location: West Africa
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
Position Summary
We are looking for a professional and experienced English–Arabic Interpreter to support communication between English-speaking and Arabic-speaking stakeholders. The successful candidate will provide accurate interpretation and translation services during meetings, training sessions, business discussions, site operations, and official communications while maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide accurate consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation between English and Arabic.
- Translate documents, reports, emails, presentations, contracts, and operational materials from English to Arabic and vice versa.
- Ensure the meaning, context, and intent of communications are accurately conveyed.
- Assist expatriate staff and local teams with day-to-day communication needs.
- Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive business information.
- Develop and maintain terminology glossaries related to project and industry-specific vocabulary.
- Coordinate with project teams to understand technical and operational terminology.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Languages, Translation, Linguistics, Communications, or a related field preferred.
- Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and professional fluency in English.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as an interpreter and/or translator.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in Interpretation or Translation.
- Previous work experience in West Africa or multicultural environments.
Key Competencies
- Excellent interpretation and translation skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Cultural awareness and adaptability
- Professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
Working Conditions
- Based in West Africa with occasional travel to project or operational sites.
- Flexible working hours may be required depending on business needs.
Reporting To
Operations Manager / Project Manager / Country Manager
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Accommodation provided
Work Location: In person
