Senior Protection Assistant – AI Translation Data (Rohingya)

UN High Commissioner for Refugees - UNHCR

Consultant Closes 24 May 2026 6 days left

Overview

Coordinate and facilitate the production of AI translation training data in Rohingya language for UNHCR’s Kobo translation service.


Key Responsibilities
  • Receive and organize English language source material.
  • Coordinate with refugee translator/transcriber for Rohingya translations and transcriptions.
  • Identify and mobilize Rohingya community volunteers for audio recording.
  • Ensure data processing counselling and informed consent from volunteers.
  • Manage and conduct audio recording sessions.
  • Set up and manage a secure digital workflow for data organization and submission.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all material processed.
  • Liaise with DIMA supervisor and relevant colleagues on progress and issues.
  • Track and report on output volumes monthly.
Required Experience
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in coordination, data management, community engagement, or a related humanitarian field;
  • Experience working in a humanitarian or refugee context;
  • Computer literacy, including use of MS Office or similar tools. Desirable:
  • Prior experience working with Rohingya communities or in Cox’s Bazar;
  • Familiarity with digital data collection tools (e.g. Kobo, ODK);
  • Knowledge of Rohingya language.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field would be an advantage (computer science, information management, social sciences, linguistics, or related).

Other Details
Languages Required
• Fluency in English and Bangla (spoken and written).
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
six-month period
Work Modality
field setting
Remuneration
Not specified
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