Qualified Translator (Arabic/English)

About the role

The Qualified Translator will support MSF’s medical and humanitarian operations in Marib Governorate, Yemen, by providing high‑quality written and oral translation between Arabic and English.

Key responsibilities

• Translate medical documents, reports, guidelines, consent forms, training materials, and internal communications, ensuring accuracy, clarity and confidentiality.
• Provide consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation during meetings, trainings, community discussions and interactions with patients and local partners.
• Collaborate with medical, logistical and coordination teams to maintain consistent terminology and culturally appropriate communication.
• Assist in drafting or reviewing communication materials for local stakeholders while respecting MSF’s neutrality and principles.

Required profile

• Advanced proficiency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) with excellent grammar and style.
• Demonstrated experience translating technical and non‑technical documents, preferably in medical, humanitarian or legal contexts.
• Proven oral interpretation skills in meetings, trainings and community settings.
• Strong organizational, time‑management and confidentiality skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multidisciplinary team and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Commitment to MSF’s principles of neutrality, impartiality and independence.

Required skills

• Proficiency with basic IT tools and office software (Word, Excel, email, shared drives).
• Familiarity with translation tools.