JOB ANNOUNCEMENT (INTERPRETER-TRANSLATOR /English–Turkish)
Position Summary:
We are seeking a qualified “Interpreter- Translator (English–Turkish)” to support our EU-funded project implemented by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Türkiye.
The position will be responsible for providing written and oral translation services throughout project activities, ensuring effective communication between the project team, the European Union representatives, and other international stakeholders. The Translator will also support meetings and trainings through simultaneous or consecutive interpretation and ensure the accurate and professional translation of project documents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation during meetings with EU representatives and international stakeholders,
· Facilitate communication during visits and meetings held with foreign delegations within the scope of project activities,
· Deliver written and oral translation services during trainings, seminars, workshops, and meetings,
· Translate, edit, and finalize project-related documents (e.g. minutes, reports, training materials, contracts, technical specifications, presentations) from English to Turkish and vice versa,
· Ensure accuracy, terminological consistency, and compliance of all translated materials with institutional standards,
· Coordinate with the project team to ensure timely completion of all translation and interpretation tasks,
· Participate in committees established within the project when required,
· Perform other translation or language-related duties as requested by the Contracting Authority or Project Management.
Required Qualifications:
· Turkish citizenship,
· Native proficiency in Turkish,
· Bachelor’s degree in English Translation and Interpreting, Translation Studies (English), English Language and Literature, American Culture and Literature, English Language Teaching, or English Linguistics (For graduates of foreign universities, a YÖK equivalency certificate is required),
· Strong skills in simultaneous and consecutive interpreting between English and Turkish,
· Excellent verbal and written communication and strong representation skills,
· Proficiency in MS Office,
· Strong reporting and organizational skills, with attention to detail,
· Minimum 2 years of professional translation/interpreting experience (Freelance work may be considered as “experience” only if verified with delivery reports, invoices, or equivalent documentation—based on an average of 2,000–2,500 translated words per day for written translation, or number of days for interpreting),
· At least 1 year of experience as a Translator or Language Assistant in EU-funded or other international projects/institutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Master’s degree in a relevant field,
· Familiarity with EU project terminology and international project management processes,
· Experience in translating technical, administrative, or legal texts,
· Experience working in multicultural environments,
· Ability to comply with institutional writing standards and formats.
Working Conditions:
- Working Modality: Full-time, office-based
- Duty Station: Ankara – Ministry of Health, Bilkent Campus
- Contract Type: Consultancy Service Contract
- Application Deadline: 12.07.2026, 23:59 (Türkiye’s Local Time)
- Application Method:sihhat.basvuru@saglik.gov.tr
Required Documents:
Applicants are required to submit, along with their CVs, documents supporting their qualifications and experience, such as social security service records, reference letters, employment/experience certificates, or other relevant documentation with the reference code TRA2026. Applications submitted with incomplete documents will not be considered.
Only candidates who can provide documentary evidence of meeting the qualifications listed in their CVs will be contacted by the SIHHAT Project Human Resources Unit.