Arabic Interpreter

About the role

The United Nations Office at Nairobi is seeking a professional Arabic Interpreter to support high‑level meetings and conferences. The role involves delivering accurate, simultaneous interpretation between Arabic, English and French in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret speeches and statements from English/French into Arabic and from Arabic into English/French for up to eight meetings per week.
• Provide interpretation for sensitive and high‑profile sessions, ensuring confidentiality.
• Lead interpreter teams during meetings and, when required, on missions.
• Assist in screening, training and evaluating prospective Arabic interpreters.
• Coach junior interpreters and may act as Programming Officer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Exceptional concentration and split‑second accuracy under continuous stress.
• Professional competence across a broad range of subjects.
• Commitment to gender equality and inclusive participation.
• Strong communication skills, both listening and speaking.
• Team‑oriented mindset, able to collaborate and support collective decisions.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work at the UN headquarters in Africa.
• Exposure to international diplomatic and environmental programmes.
• Professional development within a multicultural UN environment.