Volunteer Interpreters

Volunteer Interpreters

26/10/2026
Application ends: 16/11/2026
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Job Description

DEFENCE FOR CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL

Description

Do you have bilingual proficiency in English and at least one of the following languages: Spanish or French?

If so, Defence for Children International (DCI) is looking for volunteer interpreters to support its extraordinary International General Assembly, which will take place online (Zoom) on 30 November.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a global network advancing children's rights in more than 25 countries and to help ensure meaningful participation across our multilingual membership.

We are looking for volunteers who:

  • Have professional or bilingual proficiency in English and at least one of the following languages: Spanish or French.
  • Are comfortable providing simultaneous or consecutive interpretation during online meetings on Zoom.
  • Have access to a reliable internet connection, computer, headset, and microphone.
  • Ideally have previous experience in interpretation, translation or multilingual facilitation.

Interpreters will:

  • Provide language interpretation during the DCI extraordinary International General Assembly on 30 November.
  • Assist participants in following discussions and contributing effectively in their preferred language.
  • Receive and read documents sent by DCI International Secretariat before the meeting.
  • Respect confidentiality and adhere to DCI's professional and ethical standards.

What we offer:

  • An opportunity to contribute to an international children's rights movement.
  • A Certificate of Appreciation acknowledging your contribution.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief note indicating:

  • Your language combination(s);
  • Your interpretation experience (if any);
  • Your availability on 30 November.

Applications should be sent by 16 November to: [email protected]