Interpreter/Translator (Social Secretary)

Location:                                                      Pakistan Embassy Kyiv, UKRAINE
Application Deadline:                               March 03, 2023
Type of Assignment:                                 Contract
Languages Required:                                Fluent in both Ukrainian and English
Expected Duration of Assignment:       12 months with possible extension
Pay:                                                                 USD 750/-

Charter of Duties of Interpreter/ Translator (Social Secretary)

The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Preparing programe and making appointments of the Ambassador.
  • Checking and processing of emails related to consular/administrative issues coming from within Ukraine (Emails from Pakistan will be handled by PA).
  • Attending telephone calls and responding to all queries.
  • Storage of all magazines received in the Embassy’s Library.
  • All documentation/translation of notes received from various Ministries / Departments of the host government (incoming and outgoing) addressed to the Ambassador’s office or as assigned by the DHM/PA.
  • As authorized person of Embassy, interact with Foreign office regarding Consular Work.
  • Collect and deposit mail in Foreign Office etc if assigned by Ambassador/DHM.
  • Assisting other colleagues and perform duties of Receptionist / Translator when required.
  • Keeping contacts of all Ukrainian Ministries/Departments updated. It should include telephone & fax numbers and email addresses.
  • Ensuring proper cleanliness of own 2nd floor by cleaner every day.
  • Keeping Ambassador’s program ready all the times. Meeting timings, date and venue should carefully be coordinated after taking approval.
  • Inform Embassy’s Driver of the complete program on day-to-day basis, particularly time and address.
  • Coordination with HOM guests and embassy staff in arranging functions.
  • Preparing & sending invitation cards.
  • Preparing guest lists, seating plan and place cards for each function.
    Proposing menus for each function.
  • Seeking cost estimates for functions and events.
  • In case of any visitor to Ambassador/HOC, receive and guide them to the office of the Ambassador/HOC, and when asked, to interpret.
  • To ensure coordination for airport passes, medical cards and other such tasks.
  • Serve tea to H.E. & HOC and their guests when required.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Age limit (25 to 40 years)
  • Preferably Master Degree in Philology (with English as a First Language)
  • Interpreter Course/diploma holders (English to Ukrainian) would be preferred
  • Minimum 2 years relevant experience
  • High level of Ukrainian and English language skills both written and oral are essential.
  • Highly developed organization and communication skills, including the ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
  • Proficiency in the use of standard office IT equipment with good typing skills.
  • Highly developed understanding of Asian and Western dining and banquet etiquettes would be a plus; an interest in food presentation is desirable.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate HOM’s guests invited at the Residence.

Note: The Embassy reserves the right to terminate the contract on a one-month notice and this decision cannot be challenged in any court of law.