VACANCY FOR CULTURAL MEDIATOR
EMERGENCY NGO — PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CLINICS
Duration: until March 31st, 2025 (renewal is subject to performance evaluation and funds availability).
Location: Office based near Lozova, transfers are currently expected mainly within the Donetsk Oblast. Travels to/from Dnipro and surrounding areas will be planned according to the project’s needs.
Working hours: full time.
Deadline for submission of application: there is no specific deadline; the vacancy will be closed when we will find suitable candidates to cover the positions
Available to start: immediately
POSITION: Cultural Mediator
REPORTING TO: Field Coordinator
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide interpretation between Ukrainian and English, ensuring accurate and clear communication both ways.
- Translate written and verbal communications from EMERGENCY staff into Ukrainian and vice versa.
- Support EMERGENCY staff in understanding cultural specificities of the beneficiaries and local partners to establish effective communication.
- Act as a key point of support for the Field Coordinator in interactions with Community Health Workers, feldshers, doctors, patients, and local authorities.
- Support the Project Coordinator/Country Director in communications with local authorities.
- Ensure confidentiality, impartiality, and neutrality in all interactions with beneficiaries and stakeholders, contributing to building trust between parties.
- Actively participate in project-related activities, including information and outreach initiatives.
- Facilitate key logistical, administrative, and management tasks performed by EMERGENCY’s international staff.
- Provide support to the international staff in case of project needs
- When needed, assist with drafting and/or reviewing written documents.
- Perform any other tasks necessary for the successful implementation of the project.

Requirements:
- Proficiency in Ukrainian and English (both written and spoken).
- Strong intercultural communication skills and an understanding of cultural dynamics in the project context.
- Ability to use basic computer programs, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Commitment to EMERGENCY’s principles of neutrality, impartiality, and professionalism.
- Previous experience in cultural mediation, humanitarian work, or related fields is an asset.
- Flexibility and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
- A background in health is an asset.

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