🌐 Interpreter (Dari & Pashto) – Public Sector Opportunity
📍 Location: Whitehall (Ad Hoc basis)
🕒 Contract Length: Until 31st March 2026
🏛️ Contracting Authority: UK Public Sector
💼 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
1. ✅ 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)
2. 🎯 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