Interpreters (Consultants)
Service | Direct Services |
Salary | $280/hour |
Work pattern | Availability as-needed weekdays between 9:30 am – 6:00 pm, out of office hours may be required |
Duration | A minimum of 3 months’ commitment preferred |
Justice Centre is a non-profit organisation that provides legal and social services to refugees, asylum seekers and other displaced people in Hong Kong SAR. We work to support the vision of Hong Kong SAR as a welcoming and inclusive society.
We provide free specialist legal help to people experiencing forced displacement, while offering tailored welfare and psychosocial support to those affected by trauma and destitution. Through strategic casework, research, training and technical assistance and community initiatives, we work to ensure that even the most marginalised members of Hong Kong society have equitable access to essential services and a voice in our society.
At Justice Centre Hong Kong, we strive to foster community engagement and promote the active participation of refugees in Hong Kong society. Our commitment extends to creating a safe and inclusive working environment that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates with personal experiences of forced migration, individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQ+, and individuals with disabilities and neuro-diversity to apply. To learn more about Justice Centre and our mission, please visit our website at www.justicecentre.org.hk.
Purpose of position
We require interpreters who are fluent in various languages to assist with our work with protection claimants. Most interpreters are paid an hourly rate; some interpreters generously donate their time as volunteers.
Justice Centre is in immediate need of interpreters for the following languages:
- Amharic
- Arabic
- Kinyarwanda
- Luganda
- Malayalam
- Russian
- Somali
- Vietnamese
- Wolof
Our interpreters come into the office on an “as-needed” basis. Interpreters are expected to be available for at least four hours a week and be able to commit to interpreting with us for a minimum of three months. Interpreters also often help to translate clients’ documents and messages into English and vice versa.
Requirements
Interpreters must possess the following qualifications:
- Oral fluency in both English and the language of interpretation
- Sensitivity towards working with asylum seekers and victims of trauma and torture
- Ability to interpret in an impartial manner
- Ability to maintain all interpretations confidential
- Availability weekdays between 9:30 am – 6:00 pm, out of office hours may be required depending on the nature of the appointment
- Proof of work authorisation or permission to volunteer in Hong Kong or (where interpreting online) relevant country/region of residence
- Attendance at our in-house training (where available)
- Desirable: experience of seeking international (non-refoulement) protection in Hong Kong or elsewhere
If you are interested in assisting us with interpretation, possess language skills but have little or no prior experience, we are still interested in hearing from you. We may be able to provide training.
Benefits
- An hourly rate of HK$280;
- Access to in-house training where available; and
- Flexible working arrangements.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a police background check.
Please e-mail your statement of interest and CV to jobs@justicecentre.org.hk with the subject line ‘Interpreter’. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.