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Dari or Pashto Interpreter
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 40 - 47.29 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Role: Dari or Pashto Interpreter
Contract Length: until 31.03.2026 initially
Location: London/hybrid (1-3 days/week on site)
IR35: Inside
Rate: £47.29/hr (Umbrella)
***Candidates will need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years in order to obtain Security Clearance, they must also hold a British passport – dual nationals are acceptable***
Minimum Requirement:
As an Interpreter you will play a pivotal role in facilitating effective written communication between staff and our customers who speak Dari and Pashto. Your exceptional language proficiency, cultural sensitivity, and strong interpersonal skills will be instrumental in bridging linguistic gaps, enabling successful written interactions with customers, and case work resolution.
As an Interpreter, your main responsibilities will be:
Interpretation Services: Provide accurate and timely translations of Afghan documents and ability to translate to English and vice versa.
Cultural Competence: Possess a deep understanding and appreciation of cultural nuances to ensure the accurate transmission of meanings during translation.
Active Listening: If and when, required, actively listen and comprehend the speaker's message, conveying the intended meaning faithfully while maintaining impartiality and professionalism.
Confidentiality: Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity, safeguarding sensitive information encountered during interpretation assignments.
Note-Taking: if required effectively take notes during interpretation to assist in conveying complex or lengthy information accurately.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other interpreters and language professionals to share insights, improve skills, and enhance overall service quality.
Continuous Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training and professional development to stay updated with language trends, best practices, and relevant technology.
Essential:
Language Proficiency: Fluency in Dari and Pashto, demonstrated through formal education or professional experience.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with the ability to remain composed under pressure and adapt to various speaking styles.
Cultural Awareness: Deep understanding of cultural differences and sensitivities, with a strong commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding.
Knows formal documentation to recognise if genuine.
Knowledge of military units/locations in Afghan would be highly desirable.
Professional Experience: Proven experience in interpretation services is desirable.
Technology Aptitude: Familiarity with Microsoft and willingness to learn how to use the platforms.
Punctuality and Reliability: A track record of punctuality and dependability
Dual nationals are acceptable for this role, as long as one nationality is UK
Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.
To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Disability Confident
As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
Armed Forces Covenant
CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed).
We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
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