MEDIATOR (TRANSLATOR)

MEDIATOR  (TRANSLATOR)

 Chernivtsi, 14/10/2024

 Medici per i Diritti Umani – MEDU (Doctors for Human Rights – Italy) is a democratic, non-profit organization that operates independently of political, trade union, religious, and ethnic affiliations.

Founded in Rome in 2004 by a group of doctors, midwives, and other volunteers, MEDU is dedicated to providing healthcare to vulnerable populations and exposing human rights violations, particularly those concerning the denial of the right to health.

Role: MEDIATOR (TRANSLATOR)

Place of work: Chernivtsi Oblast.

Conditions: 7-month part-time continuous and coordinated collaboration agreement.

Salary: 700 € per month for part time. 

Starting date: November 2024.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

 Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator and the Clinical Coordinator, the mediator:

• Participates as a cultural mediator in providing primary health care and psychological aid to the project beneficiaries, supporting the international staff present in the field and facilitating communication between beneficiaries and healthcare providers to ensure effective understanding and treatment.
• Assists the project coordinator and the medical coordinator in collecting data, feedbacks and testimonies from beneficiaries and other stakeholders, contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of project intervention.
• Assists in the identification and referral of vulnerable individuals to appropriate support services, while on the field.
• Collaborates with the field team to establish methods of interaction and networking with health personnel and operators from other organizations present.
• Participates in the development and translation of informative and educational materials.
• Contributes to the preparation of activity reports and the final report.
• Participates in team coordination meetings.
• Assists the project administrator, the project coordinator and the clinical coordinator in writing and translating project-related documents, such as legal documents (contracts, agreements), medical documents, financial and administrative documents.
• Acts as a mediator between MEDU and the implementing partner, Caritas Chernivtsi.
• Supports international staff in contacts with local hospitals and clinics.

REQUIREMENTS

• Native language: Ukrainian
• Other languages: proficiency in English (compulsory)
• Training in cultural and linguistic mediation
• Adherence to the principles of humanitarian action
• Interest in various human rights issues
• Demonstrates a sense of initiative and flexibility
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Capacity to adapt and thrive in stressful conditions
• Proficient in coordinating and organizing activities
• Possesses strong planning and contextual analysis skills
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural context

OTHER DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2-year work experience as a cultural mediator.
• Field work experience in Italy or other EU countries in health or psycho-social interventions with migrants/refugees.

 How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (English version) to Silvia: Відправити резюме

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.