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UN translation and language jobs19 open vacancies, updated daily

Current translation and language roles across the United Nations system and international organizations, refreshed every day with the newest postings first. Each lists its grade, duty station and deadline, and links to the official page to apply at the source.

19 roles

United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) logoUN

Senior Investigator, P4

United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) · FO Jordan

Grade P-4Professional and Higher Categories
Oct 7, 2026New
International Organization for Migration logoIOM

SVN-2026-031 Case Manager | UG

International Organization for Migration · Costa Rica

Grade UGSpecial Short term ungraded (Up to 9 months)
Closing in 3 daysNew
Resident Coordinator System logoUN

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, G6

Resident Coordinator System · KATHMANDU

Grade G-6General Service and Related Categories
10 days leftNew
International Organization for Migration logoIOM

Interpreter (Arabic)

International Organization for Migration · Chalkida, Greece

Grade UGSpecial Short term ungraded (Up to 9 months)
Closing in 1 day
International Maritime Organization logoIMO

Editorial Assistant

International Maritime Organization · CONFERENCE DIVISION

Temporary
Dec 30, 2026

UN translation and language jobs: frequently asked questions

How many UN translation and language jobs are open right now?
There are 19 open translation and language vacancies across the United Nations system and international organizations on UN Careers today, refreshed daily as new roles are posted and others close.
What grades and contract types do UN translation and language roles use?
UN Careers aggregates translation and language roles across the full range, from General Service and National Officer posts to international Professional (P) and Director (D) grades, on fixed-term, temporary and consultancy contracts. Each listing shows its grade and contract type.
How do I apply for a UN translation and language job?
UN Careers is free to search and links every translation and language listing to the official employer page, where you complete the application. You can also set a free email alert to be notified when new translation and language roles open.