About the opportunity
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking an Associate Translation Coordination Officer (P-2) for its Language Services Unit (LSU) within the Integrated Services Division of the Office of the Prosecutor (OTP). The successful candidate will support the Translation Officer in coordinating high-quality transcription and translation services, particularly for situation languages, managing freelance translators, and implementing quality assurance mechanisms to ensure the OTP’s mandate is fulfilled during preliminary examinations, investigations, and prosecutions.
Salary and benefits
- Minimum net annual salary of €71,403.00.
- Initial two-year appointment with the possibility of extension.
Who can apply?
- Must be a national of a State Party to the ICC Statute, or of a State which has signed and is engaged in the ratification process or which is engaged in the accession process.
- Advanced university degree in languages, linguistics, translation, or any relevant field. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted.
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in translation, linguistics, language service provision, or any relevant field (four years required if holding only a first-level degree).
- Required experience using CAT and MT tools.
- Proficiency in English or French is required.
Required documents
- Personal history form (implied by the Personnel Security Clearance process).
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 13/09/2026 (midnight The Hague time).
How to apply
- Apply via the ICC E-Recruitment website.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with an advanced degree in linguistics, translation, or a related field
- Candidates with at least two years of experience in language service provision or translation coordination
- Individuals proficient in English or French with experience using CAT and MT tools
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must be a national of a State Party to the ICC Statute
- The position is based on-site in The Hague, requiring potential relocation
- The role involves managing freelance translators and implementing quality assurance, which requires strong administrative and interpersonal skills
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a significant career step for a language professional looking to work within an international legal framework. It provides the opportunity to support critical global investigations while building experience in high-stakes translation management.
Our take
This is an excellent role for experienced language professionals seeking a long-term position at the ICC. Those who are not nationals of a State Party to the ICC Statute should verify their eligibility before applying.
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