UNRWA/Assistant Public Information Officer/ Translator

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees invites applications from qualified candidates for the post of:

 

1-Vacancy No.:003/2010/X
2-Duty Station:Public Information – Field Office - Jerusalem
3-Basic Salary:804.74 JD that varies in accordance to the pay policies set by the Agency.
4-Allowances:Family Allowances payable up to 7 children and spouse.NIS 510 as Jerusalem Allowance payable in JD at exchange rates set by the Agency.
5-Other Benefits : Include Health Insurance and Provident Fund.

6-Qualifications:
-University degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related discipline.
-Ability to translate and interpret accurately from and into Arabic and English.
-Five years experience in public information and media, including experience in writing press articles and success stories, in Arabic and English and in handling media inquiries.
-Excellent knowledge of written and spoken Arabic and English ability to interpret.
-Knowledge and ability to use a variety of computer software such as Word, Power point, excel, PageMaker, CorelDraw and internet.

Desirable Qualification:
-Diploma in translation (Arabic/English and vice versa)
-Knowledge of Agency operations.
-Possession of a valid driving license

HOW TO APPLY:
-Applicants are required to create a profile and complete UN Personal History form (P11 Form)
Please note that only applications received through this site will be considered. Deadline for submitting applications 15 February 2010.
No applications will be considered beyond this date.
-For further information, please call 054-216-8658 during working hours (7:15am – 14:45pm) – Monday through Friday.
-Appointment to this post is subject to probationary period of one year. Upon satisfactory completion of this period, appointment will be confirmed subject to continuing need for the post.
-Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered
-Only candidates under serious considerations will be contacted.
-UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer.