Volunteering as a English-German translator for Social Impact

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Toute la Suisse

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Toute l’année

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Société

Would you like to use your language skills to create meaningful social impact? As a volunteer translator, you will support the Swiss non-profit organisation Capacity in helping highly qualified refugees and migrants access the labour market in Switzerland. By translating and proofreading communication materials such as newsletters, presentations and information resources, you will contribute directly to inclusive employment opportunities.

This volunteering opportunity allows you to apply your professional skills in a meaningful way, gain experience in skills-based volunteering and support an organisation dedicated to social inclusion. Along the way, you will become part of an international team, expand your professional network and connect with people committed to positive change.

Duration:

The assignment can start immediately or by mutual agreement. Volunteers are asked to commit for at least six months to ensure a sustainable collaboration.

Location:

This is a fully remote volunteering opportunity. Volunteers can work flexibly from any location and coordinate their schedule with the relevant team members.

How it will work:

Following a structured onboarding programme, you will work on translation and proofreading tasks as needed. Assignments are coordinated directly with the responsible team members and can be completed flexibly. 

Introduction:

You will receive a structured onboarding, including an introduction to the Capacity team, relevant tools, working methods and project materials. An official Capacity email account will also be provided.

Support:

Throughout the assignment, you will receive guidance and support from the relevant Capacity team members responsible for each translation request.

Tasks:

  • Translate communication and project materials from English into German
  • Proofread and improve AI-translated German texts
  • Coordinate with relevant team members when required
  • Ensure consistent and high-quality communication across materials

What you'll need:

  • Excellent written German and English skills (C1/C2 level or native proficiency preferred)
  • Reliable internet connection and access to a laptop or similar device
  • Independent and organised working style
  • Collaborative and proactive mindset
  • Interest in refugee integration, migration and equal opportunities in Switzerland

 

Langue (du projet)

Allemand, Anglais

Le partenaire de notre projet:
Capacity

Capacity est une association à but non lucratif reconnue d’utilité publique, dont le siège est à Zurich. Depuis 2025, Capacity s'engage en faveur de l'inclusion sociale et économique des personnes réfugiées et migrantes. Nous renforçons le sentiment d'appartenance grâce à l'intégration sur le marché du travail, à l'entrepreneuriat et à la collaboration intersectorielle.

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