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Long Term Agreement with an Interpreter

Search for Common Ground
On-site
Beirut, Lebanon

Search seeking to hire an Interpreter.

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Position Summary
  • Search seeking to hire an interpreter individual or company , to ensure first an effective and efficient communication in both Arabic and English verbally  in all international meetings and visits.


Role and Responsibilities
  • Attend search training and workshop sessions based on Search needs and requirements whether personally or virtually .
  • Grasp ideas spoken and heard only once, then convey them in a second language instantly, accurately and completely, adhering to the style and intent of the speaker either verbally or written.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding any information learned during the sessions. The interpreter will be asked to sign a confidentiality contract.
  • Can generally capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural elements in speeches.
  • Translators must adhere to terms and means of expression specific to subject field (s).
  • Able to translate technical terms that are related to peacebuilding, gender, human rights and conflict
  • Previous Online professional Interpreting preferred.
  • Demonstrated, exceptional communication skills to include conveying necessary information accurately and listening effectively.
  • Ability to work successfully with others of diverse cultures and perspectives to achieve a common purpose.


Required Profile
  • Minimum required Profile:

  • Excellent knowledge on the MENA context, and particularly on topics related to human rights, VAWG, gender equality, diversity and inclusion, youth engagement,peace building  etc.;
  • Experience in working with INGOs; and
  • Excellent communication skills and high flexibility.


How to apply
  • To apply, interested candidates (individuals, agencies, companies, and firms) are requested to submit a technical and financial proposal in separate files:

1. CVs of consultancy team (please consolidate in one pdf)

2.    At least three reference letters from previous assignments successfully completed (at least 1 NGO/community-based organisation), copies of certifications and qualifications - please upload in one pdf to "Cover Letter"

2.    A financial proposal stating (please consolidate all the below documents in one pdf):
  • Hourly rate per interpreter 
  • Rate for half day per interpreter 
  • Rate for full day per interpreter 
  • Interpretation equipment provision including booth , sound system , camera , connectivity , headsets,for in person meetings for a  number of attendees between 10 and 50 .
  • The price quotation of each item presented in the bid including total cost for deliverable, unit cost and number of units (details above)
  • Validity of financial proposal (timeline)
  • Proposed payment plan (currency, bank and payment terms)
  • Legal papers of registration (commercial, registration, tax documents)if applicable .Failing to provide these documents will lead to deduction of the withholding tax as per the Lebanese Law.


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This posting opportunity will close on 9 June 2025