Interpreter

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks interpreters fluent in Dari and Pashto for vital roles within a UK government department. This ad hoc position allows for flexible working while supporting critical national work. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a good understanding of Afghan cultural context.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Professional communication and active listening skills required.
• Fluency in both Dari and Pashto (spoken and written).
• Experience in interpreting or translation work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between Dari/Pashto and English with accuracy.
• Translate Afghan documents for official use.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.

Skills

Fluency in Dari

Fluency in Pashto

Active listening

Professional communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

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? Interpreter (Dari & Pashto) – Public Sector Opportunity

? Location: Whitehall (Ad Hoc basis)

? Contract Type: Freelance / On-Call / Ad Hoc

Are you fluent in Dari and Pashto? Are you passionate about cross-cultural communication and ready to support important public sector work? This is your opportunity to make a difference!

? About the Role

We are seeking skilled Dari and Pashto Interpreters to support vital operations within a highly respected UK government department. This is an ad hoc, on-call role based in Whitehall, ideal for professionals who are flexible, culturally aware, and committed to accurate communication.

? Key Responsibilities

• ? Interpret between Dari/Pashto and English with accuracy and cultural sensitivity
• ? Translate Afghan documents effectively for official use
• ? Listen actively and convey messages faithfully, maintaining neutrality
• ? Work closely with a team of interpreters to ensure service consistency
• ? Uphold the strictest confidentiality and data protection standards
• ️ Take notes during complex discussions (as needed)
• ? Participate in training and stay current with language tools and trends

What We’re Looking For

• Fluency in Dari and Pashto (spoken and written)
• Strong understanding of Afghan cultural context
• Professional communication and active listening skills
• Familiarity with military terminology and Afghan military units (desirable)
• Ability to identify genuine formal documents
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and willingness to learn client platforms
• Punctual, dependable, and professional in all engagements
• Experience in interpreting or translation work (preferred but not essential)

? Why Apply?

• Contribute to critical national and public sector work
• Work on a flexible ad hoc basis to suit your schedule
• Collaborate with a supportive and experienced team
• Grow your skills with ongoing training and development