Hiring Of Interpreter For The Singapore Embassy

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore

1. Introduction

The Singapore Embassy in Ankara is hiring a full-time Interpreter. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Mission, the primary role of the Interpreter will be as follows:

- Provide accurate simultaneous interpretation from Turkish language to English language, and vice-versa, for official meetings, events, visits and other official activities;
- Provide accurate translation of written content from Turkish language to English language , and vice-versa; and
- Provide interpretation and translation duties in support of official visits outside Ankara.

In addition, the Interpreter will also carry out the following:

- Monitor and provide timely updates from media and official sources;
- Assist with the maintenance of databases and drafting of official correspondences;and
- Carry out administrative duties in support of the planning or hosting of meetings, events, visits and other official activities.

2. Requirements

2.1 Qualifications and Experience
- Interpretation and translation certification is required (Please note: This can include either a Bachelor’s degree program, a minor in interpretation or an equivalent program that is certified and recognised internationally or in Turkey.)
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred in either Translation and Interpretation, English Language, Journalism, Mass Communication, Economics or Political Science
- One year of relevant working experience is preferred
- Excellent proficiency in Speaking/Reading/Writing for English and Turkish languages is required (Please note: Language proficiency will be tested)

2.2 Skills
- Able to provide simultaneous interpretation between Turkish and English languages
- Have mastery of professional terminology (e.g., political, economic, military, cultural, social media) in both English and Turkish languages and a competent understanding of Turkish politics and society
- Able to process information effectively and provide analysis on developments in Turkey
- Competent IT skills in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram

2.3 Other Requirements
- Able to travel overnight with the Embassy’s diplomatic staff for official visits outside of Ankara
- Able to support the Embassy after working hours, when required
- Legal status to reside and work in Turkey

3. Salary and Benefits

3.1 Salary
- Starting gross monthly salary of between TRY 5,670 to TRY 6,170 (Please note: 15% would be deducted from the employee’s monthly salary as personal social security contribution.)
- Annual salary increment

3.2 Bonuses
- Annual 13th Month Bonus (1 month)
- Annual Performance Bonus depending on performance (up to 2.5 months)
- Annual Variable Component Bonuses, depending on Singapore’s economic performance for year of review (up to 0.5 month)

(Please note that annual bonuses will range between a guaranteed 1 month salary, to a maximum of 3 months’ salary.)

3.3 Other Remunerations and Benefits
- Overtime allowances
- Daily allowances for official visits outside of Ankara
- Employer’s contribution to employee’s social security
- Annual vacation leave, starting from 14 working days
- Medical leave, in line with local laws
- Training opportunities for professional development

(Please note that payment of income tax and other associated taxes is the personal responsibility of the employee.)

4. Application Details
- This advertisement is open for 30 days from 10 February 2020 to 10 March 2020.
- Interested applicants are required to submit their applications to the Embassy via email only (to: ankara_recruitment@ mfa.sg) within the opening period. The subject title should be [Application for Interpreter position at the Singapore Embassy in Ankara]. The application and supporting documents should be in English and minimally consist of a one page Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format and valid contact details (minimally email address and mobile number).
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the Embassy for follow-up.