Volunteer translator (remote)
Location: Remote.
Duration: On a rolling basis.
Starting date: As soon as possible.
About MENA Rights Group
MENA Rights Group is a Geneva-based legal advocacy NGO, focusing on the protection and promotion of fundamental rights and freedoms in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Adopting a holistic approach, we work at both the individual and structural level. We provide legal counselling to victims of human rights violations through recourse to international law mechanisms. In addition, we assess the human rights situation on the ground and bring key issues to the attention of relevant stakeholders to call for legal and policy reform. We are a small and dynamic group of human rights practitioners sharing a passion for the MENA region.
Role description
We are looking for volunteer translators to support our work by translating a variety of materials from English and/or French into Arabic. These may include briefing papers, case profiles, press releases and reports related to human rights in the MENA.
This opportunity is open to students, recent graduates, or young professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in translation, international human rights, and legal advocacy. Volunteers will have the chance to enhance their translation skills while contributing to meaningful human rights work. Translations will be made public on MENA Rights Group’s website.
Required skills and qualities
Excellent command of written English and/or French;
Excellent Arabic drafting and editing skills;
Ongoing or completed university degree or diploma in translation or languages (a plus);
Demonstrated interest in human rights in the MENA region (a plus).
How to apply
To apply, send an email to jobs-at-menarights.org with the subject line “Volunteer Translator – YOUR NAME”.
The application should be in English and contain, in PDF format:
A curriculum vitae.
The position is open on a rolling basis. All applications are treated in confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.