Fully Funded Volunteering Opportunity as a Translator/Interpreter with UNICEF – Tunisia
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
UNICEF is a United Nations organization dedicated to protecting children's rights around the world. It works to ensure that every child has access to education, healthcare, protection, and equality—regardless of background or circumstances. In Tunisia, UNICEF supports the government in implementing programs focused on children and the most vulnerable populations, with a special emphasis on social justice and equity.
This opportunity falls under the "National UN Youth Volunteer" category for a period of 12 months at UNICEF’s office in Tunis, Tunisia. The volunteer will serve as a Translator/Interpreter to support the organization's programs and activities, focusing on facilitating communication among internal teams and with local and international partners in three languages: Arabic, French, and English.
Volunteer Benefits:
Monthly allowance: Approximately 1,788.53 Tunisian Dinars
Entry lump sum: $400 USD (paid once at the beginning)
Exit allowance: 186.3 TND per month of service (paid at the end)
Comprehensive health and life insurance, including emergency coverage
Support for persons with disabilities, including accessible facilities
Training and professional development opportunities via UNICEF platforms like E-Campus and LinkedIn Learning
Duties & responsibilities
Translate official documents (reports, correspondence, training materials) between Arabic, French, and English
Provide interpretation services during meetings, workshops, and events
Assist in drafting, reviewing, and editing written materials
Keep accurate records of all translation and interpretation activities
Collaborate with colleagues within UNICEF and external partners
Provide ad-hoc linguistic support during emergencies or special events
Eligibility criteria
Must be a Tunisian national or legal resident of Tunisia
Age between 18 and 80 years
Bachelor’s degree in translation or interpretation
Fluency in Arabic, French, and English
Minimum of 1 month of relevant experience (1 year preferred, especially with translation work or experience in international organizations)