DIOS Investigations Division Intern – Interpretation and Support to Investigations, Assessments and Intake

The internship supports DIOS ID by providing Arabic-English interpretation and assistance for investigations, assessments and intake activities, ensuring accurate documentation and understanding of gathered information. The intern will gain practical experience in investigative work, confidentiality, and professional interpretation within a UN oversight context.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and impartial Arabic-English interpretation during interviews, discussions, intake contacts, assessments or other investigative support activities, as requested.
• Assist in translating or summarizing relevant documents, communications or case-related materials, while preserving meaning, tone and confidentiality.
• Support DIOS ID staff in preparing for interviews, assessments and intake activities, including by reviewing relevant background materials and organizing documentation.
• Assist in preparing interview notes, summaries, chronologies or other written records, as required and under the guidance of DIOS ID staff.
• Support the organization and handling of sensitive information in accordance with applicable confidentiality and information-management requirements.
• Provide other support to investigations, assessments and intake processes, as requested.

Requirements

• Enrolment in, or recent completion of, a university degree in translation, interpretation, law, international relations, social sciences, public administration or another relevant field.
• Excellent command of Arabic and English, including the ability to interpret accurately and professionally between both languages.
• Strong drafting, organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, integrity and respect for confidentiality.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

• Arabic-English Interpretation
• Translation
• Law Knowledge
• International Relations
• Social Sciences
• Public Administration
• Drafting Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Confidentiality Management
• Microsoft Office Suite

Languages

Arabic, English