Volunteer Translator

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New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children  

The New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children (NJCIC) is seeking volunteer translators that are passionate about resource-sharing and supporting immigrant communities in New Jersey. Volunteers will be responsible for translating necessary documents in non-English language(s), as determined by NJCIC.

About NJCIC

NJCIC is a state-wide legal services and policy advocacy organization dedicated to empowering young immigrants. We provide holistic, youth-centered legal representation, drive systemic change to advance immigrant rights, and build community through collaboration and education. We envision a just and equitable NJ where young immigrants can flourish and lead full, fearless lives. NJCIC seeks lawful status for immigrant youth and advocates for system-wide change in the areas of education, access to justice, and health equity . We empower immigrant youth and families by conducting Know Your Rights sessions and developing youth-oriented educational materials .

Volunteer Responsibilities

A volunteer translator will provide support to NJCIC staff in the translation of existing and future resource materials , created by NJCIC, into non-English languages. These languages include, but are not limited to:

• Spanish

• Portuguese

• Haitian Creole

• Arabic

• Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese)

• Korean

• Gujarati

• Indigenous languages such as Quiche , Kaqchiquel , Ch'orti ' , Mixteco, Achi, Mam, Quechua

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and chosen language required

• Prior translation experience preferred

• Excellent written communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detai ls

• Ability to work independently on projects

Volunteers will be accepted on a rolling basis and will be asked to sign a Volunteer Agreement at the initiation of their service.