Project Interpreter / Project Assistant

Lux-Development, the Executing Agency for Bilateral Co-operation financed by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, is assisting the Cao Bang Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to implement the project VIE036  “ Irrigation Cao Bang, Wise Use of Water and Agriculture” (WUWA).
VIE/036 WUWA is in its starting up phase and has a planned duration of five years.

The project VIE/036 WUWA has three result areas:

1. Agricultural Productivity – Optimized, diversified and more resilient agricultural production systems;
2. Access to Water – Increased water availability for agricultural production systems;
3. Improved Process – Producers and service providers are actively invested in the planning and management of agricultural production systems

Lux-Development is looking for candidates to fill the following position, (one year assignment with two-month probation, renewable):

Project Interpreter / Project Assistant with main function:

• Support Project Management and Coordination
• Interpretation and translation
• Administrative assistance
• Finance system support as cashier

Minimum Requirements:

Educational Background

• Bachelor degree in English, specifically in Interpretation/Translation Major;
• Master’s Degree in economics, social science or other relevant field is an advantage;

Experience and skills

• At least 2 years experience in professional translation/ interpretation
• At least 3 years experience in office management, project management or proven engagement in development projects
• Experience in working for/with provincial and local authorities/ departments is an advantage;
• Ability to interpret into Tay or Nung would be an advantage
• Excellent team player with strong communication, organizational and presentation skills;
• Good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:  18 Sept 2015

HOW TO APPLY: Applications in English and Vietnamese consisting of: (i) a covering motivation letter, (ii)  a Curriculum Vitae and minimum of two referee’s contacts; and (iii) copies of relevant degrees, certificates must be forwarded by e-mail to: Mr. Pham Van Hung, Project VIE/036 Cao Bang Office at [email protected], specifying in the subject line: “PI.PA/VIE036”.

Detailed job description will be provided upon request to the above email address.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview(s) (tentatively on 05 & 06 Oct 2015)

Women /ethnic minorities are highly encouraged to apply.