Interpreter – political mission officer
Ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères · State civil service
En français : Interprète – chargé de mission politique
This job in plain words
This job means interpreting the ambassador's talks with Chinese authorities and interpreting for ministers on official trips in China. It is based in Beijing at the French embassy and includes supervising a team of three translators and interpreters.
Can you apply?
Civil servants and contract agents can apply. A working level of Chinese is required.
- Category
- Category A (executive)
- Diploma
- Not stated
- Contract
- Open to civil servants and contract agents. Category A.
The profile they want:
- Working command of Chinese.
- Expert skills in interpreting and translation.
- Excellent communication and good listening skills.
- Good knowledge of international relations.
- Rigour, discretion and self-control.
- Responsiveness and intellectual curiosity.
What you would do
- Interpret the ambassador's talks with Chinese authorities.
- Interpret for ministers during their official trips in China.
- Interpret speeches at events held at the Residence.
- Interpret at seminars, conferences and bilateral meetings.
- Supervise a team of three translators and interpreters.
How to apply
Apply on the employer's website, using the link on the Choisir le Service Public offer.
Good to know:
- Remote work not possible.
- The job includes official trips within China.
- Position vacant from 1 September 2027.
We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.