Translator Job Opportunity At US Embassy Cameroon Full Time

Announcement Number: Yaounde-2022-013R

Hiring Agency: Embassy Yaounde

Position Title: Translator – All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Open Period: 06/30/2023 – 07/15/2023 (MM/DD/YYYY format)

Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+1

Series/Grade: LE – 0210 8

Salary: XAF FCFA12,532,966 per year

Work Schedule: Full-time

Promotion Potential: LE-8

Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Yaounde, CM

Telework Eligible: No

For More Info: HR Section, 000-000-0000, ydeapplicants@state.gov

Overview:

Hiring Path: Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM – FP is 06. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent
Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary: The work schedule for this position is Full Time (40 hours per week). Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Duties: Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM)’s Office Management Specialist, the incumbent serves as the principal Translator for the US Embassy in Yaounde. They translate documents between English and French. The main priority is to translate all correspondence and remarks for the Ambassador and DCM, but they will also provide translation services to other sections within the Embassy such as Public Affairs and Political/Economic (POL/ECON) sections.

Qualifications and Evaluations: Requirements:

Experience: At least three (03) years of translation and interpretation experience in an international institution or any organization that executes international programs/policy (e.g., Non-Governmental Organization or Embassy).
Job Knowledge: A good understanding of political, economic, and diplomatic practices in Cameroon. Knowledge of resources for obtaining new information related to politics and the economy. Extensive political, economic, and diplomatic grammar and vocabulary in both English and French. Translation concepts used in rendering accurate, clear translations that capture the meaning and intent of an original document. Knowledge of Department of State official written protocol procedures. Understanding of section operational procedures. Must be computer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Internet. Able to master SharePoint or similar web-publishing software. In-depth knowledge of the Cameroon environment (political, sociological, and economic issues). Thorough knowledge of professional translation techniques and how to research technical translation. Position requires knowledge and familiarity with diplomatic, political, economic, and military terminology to achieve high-quality translation for use by the Mission.
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Bilingual Studies (English and French) and an additional two (2) years of Translation Certification is required.
Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Professional level in both English and French (Speaking/Reading/Writing/Understanding) is required. This may be tested.

Skills and Abilities:

Interpretive abilities that guarantee translated documents capture the meaning and intent of an original document.
Adaptability, organizational skills, and the ability to manage and balance multiple tasks related to translation in an accurate form and in an expedient manner.
Position requires keyboard skills with speed and accuracy.
Excellent writing skills.
Must demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with conflicting demands.
Shall possess IT skills for translation software (such as Trados 2015, Wordfast Plus Tools, etc.). This may be tested.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. “Recruiting for diversity, hiring based on merit.”

Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass U.S. Embassy Medical and Security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info: Benefits: Agency Benefits: Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) working at the U.S. Mission in Yaounde, Cameroon may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits. For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office. The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information: For the current COVID-19 Requirements, please visit the following link.

Hiring Preference Selection Process: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
AEFM / USEFM
FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights**
IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs indicating the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted to qualify for the preference.

Next Steps: ONLY Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

For further information: The complete position description listing all duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.