PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Broadcasting Agent. Interpreter/administrative assistant will provide assistance both at the Media Centre, Sarajevo and at other locations throughout B&H as required. The assistant will work with other members of the PBS Project team, as designated by the Broadcasting Agent.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Consecutive verbal translation at meetings, discussions and conferences;
· Translation of documents and letters;
· Preparation of documents for meetings;
· Recording and drafting minutes of meetings as required;
· Providing all general administrative assistance;
· Any other duties as requested by the Broadcasting Agent.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
· Completed secondary education;
· Excellent oral and written English and local language skills;
· Solid translation and interpretation skills;
· Minimum two years of related experience, preferably with international organization;
· Good communication and public relation skills; tact in all dealings;
· Experience and ability to work under pressure and within limited timeframes;
· Must be willing to accept challenging working conditions and limited communications;
· Ability and willingness to work with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds and diverse political views while maintaining impartiality and objectivity;
· Computer skills to include Windows environment, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access or equivalent software programs.
Any personnel with the above qualifications should provide a CV (in English) with a one-page cover letter and references to:
Personnel Department
Office of the High Representative
Emerika Bluma 1, 71000 Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fax: +387 (0) 33 283 771 E-mail: application@ohr.int
Please quote Reference No. 2002/243
Closing date for applications: 22 August 2002
No telephone enquiries please
Only short listed candidates will be contacted