Job Description & How To Apply BelowJob Brief TransLinguist is looking to find a native, qualified and professional Interpreter in the English Vietnamese Language Pair, who is willing to work on both on-site and remote simultaneous interpretation requests/ written translations. We are looking for interpreters who are UN Certified (or other equivalent certifications) or, who has prior experience in working with UN entities. The interpreter will work as a freelancer or on an ad hoc basis. There might be certain requests that require off-hours services, weekends, public holidays and travelling to other cities within Vietnam. Interpreter willing to comply with these terms will be preferred. Main Duties & Responsibilities The interpreter is required to carry out some or all of the following duties in relation to simultaneous interpretation (onsite/remote) in the English Vietnamese Language Pair: Ability to communicate the initial source message accurately in the target language. Ability to cater to multiple subject matters and have prior experience in interpreting either Technical /Non-Technical, Legal, Marketing, Healthcare, Consultancy or Financial Services related topics. Ability to interpret, simultaneously, in a variety of contexts and audiences. Proven ability to work quickly and efficiently with accuracy and attention to details. In-depth understanding of the UN community & cultural nuances. Using specialist dictionaries, thesauruses and reference books to find the closest equivalents for terminology and words. Conducting extensive research using appropriate tools and methods for terminology extraction and conceptual equivalence. Consulting with subject-matter experts in specialist areas. Adhering to translation-quality standards and QA policy. Proof reading and Writing. Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Well-developed skills in spelling, punctuation, syntax, grammar, and pronunciation of formal English/ Vietnamese and Khmer. Working knowledge of terminologies used in the English/Vietnamese > Khmer spoken in Vietnam and in line to the subject matter as well as cultural and attitudinal differences. Possess working knowledge of technical and legal-oriented vocabulary. Strong interpersonal skills to interact in both formal and informal settings with a wide variety of contacts. Effective organizational, planning, oral communication, and written communication skills. Adherence to professional code of ethics covering confidentiality and impartiality. Interpret/translate to and from English Vietnamese without altering the original meaning and intent. Able to use software to prepare written documents and access databases (if required) Use electronic equipment to broadcast voice to a large audience. Ability to work independently and in groups, and perform daily assignments. Education and Experience: A minimum of a 4-year degree in Translation/Interpreting/Linguistics or equivalent from a reputable academic institution. 3-5 years proven record of relevant experience in Translation and Simultaneous/ Consecutive Interpreting in the government/private sector. Ability to work alone and a part of a team by establishing and maintaining effective, positive and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of the work. Ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of the authority of the position. Advanced skills in Microsoft suite Effective written and verbal communication skills Bilingual (English and Vietnamese).Position RequirementsBachelorRequired Language SkillsVietnamese - Very good