Interpreter

What we do

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.
In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.
We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.

Purpose

Interpreter 1 translates and interprets between a local language (or language required in the context) and an ICRC official language during meetings with beneficiaries, the authorities and representatives of other organizations. As a vital bridge between healthcare providers and patients, the liaison officer/translator plays a key role in facilitating effective communication, ensuring that language barriers are overcome, and cultural nuances are respected. This position requires a strong command of multiple languages, cultural sensitivity, and a passion for humanitarian work.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Translation services: Provides accurate and effective interpretation services between medical staff, patients, and their families to facilitate clear communication regarding medical conditions, treatments, and procedures.
• Document Translation: Assists in the translation of medical documents, informational materials, and other relevant content to ensure that patients are well-informed about their treatment plans, medications, and followup care.
• Patient Liaison: Serves as a liaison between patients and medical staff, addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing emotional support. Ensures patients feel heard and understood during their healthcare journey.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and awareness, considering the diverse backgrounds and experiences of patients and their families. Helps bridge cultural gaps and facilitate understanding between ICRC staff and patients.
• Emergency Response: Is prepared to respond to emergency situations, providing critical translation support during crises or when rapid communication is essential for patient care.
• Collaboration: Works closely with medical staff, social workers, and other support personnel to ensure effective communication and coordination of care. Collaborates with the healthcare team to address the unique needs of each patient.
• Confidentiality: Adheres to strict confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive medical information and personal details of patients.
• Support hospital management for any other requested tasks.
• Support data team for the scanning of patients’ files.

Relationships

• Externally, interacts with beneficiaries and representatives of other organizations if needed, both within and outside the field hospital. May be called upon to develop a network of contacts related to operational needs.
• Internally, interacts with staff in the field hospital’s departments.

Education and Professional Experience Required

• University degree.
• Good command (minimum B2 level) of speaking, understanding, writing, and reading Arabic and English.
• One year of professional experience.
• Previous experience as a translator or interpreter in a healthcare or humanitarian setting is preferred.
• Empathy and compassion in dealing with patients and their families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• No ICRC experience required.

Additional information

• Type of role: National staff
• Working rate: Full-time (100%)
• Starting date: August 2026
• Location: Gaza Strip
• Job level: B2
• Length of assignment: (4 months) Cover Maternity Leave
• Application deadline: 30/06/2026
• This vacancy announcement may close before the deadline once an adequate number of applications has been reached. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.