MiCT Hiring Freelance Translators: Remote Consultancy Across 11 Languages | Apply by August 26, 2026
Media in Cooperation and Transition (MiCT) is inviting applications from qualified freelance translators to support international journalism projects through written and simultaneous translation services.
This remote freelance consultancy offers opportunities for translators working in Arabic, Burmese, Dari, French, Georgian, Kurdish, Pashto, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian, alongside English.
About Media in Cooperation and Transition
Media in Cooperation and Transition (MiCT) is a non-profit organisation providing expert media services in complex and challenging contexts. The organisation works across three continents and 15 countries, supporting journalists and media partners through training, content development, media research, monitoring, radio and film production, publishing and other specialist services.
MiCT works to promote transparent, inclusive and fair dialogue while contributing to resilient societies and stronger media environments.
About the Freelance Translator Role
MiCT is seeking freelance translators to support the effective implementation of its journalism and media projects.
The selected translators will provide two main services:
- Written translation: Translation assignments paid per 100 words.
- Simultaneous translation: Verbal interpretation during online meetings and training sessions, paid per hour.
Up to 10,000 words of written translation and 30 hours of simultaneous interpretation per language are anticipated.
However, this is a needs-based freelance consultancy, and MiCT cannot guarantee a minimum workload.
Languages Covered
Applicants may apply for translation work involving:
- Arabic
- Burmese
- Dari
- French
- Georgian
- Kurdish
- Pashto
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Spanish
- Ukrainian
- English
Candidates may apply for one or more of the listed languages, provided they demonstrate the required fluency.
Who Can Apply?
MiCT is looking for experienced language professionals who can demonstrate strong translation capabilities and an understanding of media-related terminology.
Applicants should have:
- Fluency in at least one listed language and English.
- Proven professional translation experience.
- Knowledge of terminology relating to journalism and press freedom.
- Flexible availability from September 2026 to June 2027.
- The ability to provide reliable remote translation services.
Professional journalism experience is preferred, while previous experience working with NGOs or international NGOs is also considered an advantage.
Contract Duration
The consultancy is designed as a remote, freelance and needs-based service.
The contract will run from the date of signature until 30 June 2027. Work will be assigned according to project requirements and participant needs, meaning the workload may vary throughout the contract period.
This structure may suit translators who want to combine international consultancy assignments with other professional commitments.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates must submit an application containing:
- CV
- Two professional references
- Fee per 100 words for written translation
- Fee per hour for simultaneous online verbal translation
All proposed fees must be provided in EUR and include VAT.
Applicants should ensure that their professional experience clearly demonstrates their suitability for journalism and media-related translation assignments.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their complete application by 23:59 CET on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Email: fellowship@mict-international.org
Subject line: “Translator + language(s) covered”
Applicants should clearly state the language or languages they are applying to cover in the email subject line and ensure that all required documents are attached before submission.
Why Translators Should Consider This Opportunity
Translation plays an important role in international journalism, particularly when organisations work across different linguistic and cultural environments. Accurate translation allows journalists, trainers, media organisations and project participants to exchange information effectively while preserving important context and meaning.
This consultancy could therefore be particularly relevant to translators with backgrounds in journalism, media, communications, humanitarian work or NGO programmes.
The opportunity also offers the flexibility of remote work and the potential to support projects through June 2027. However, applicants should remember that the consultancy is needs-based and does not provide a guaranteed minimum number of assignments.
Key Opportunity Details
- Organisation: Media in Cooperation and Transition (MiCT)
- Position: Freelance Translator
- Work arrangement: Remote
- Type: Consultancy
- Languages: Arabic, Burmese, Dari, French, Georgian, Kurdish, Pashto, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian
- English: Required alongside at least one listed language
- Experience: Proven translation experience; 3–4 years listed
- Contract: From signature through 30 June 2027
- Start period: September 2026
- Application deadline: 26 August 2026, 23:59 CET
- Application email: fellowship@mict-international.org
Final Thoughts
The MiCT freelance translator consultancy is an opportunity for experienced multilingual professionals to contribute to journalism and media projects in complex international environments.
Candidates with strong translation experience, knowledge of journalism and press freedom terminology, and experience working with NGOs or media organisations may be particularly well positioned to apply.
With applications closing on 26 August 2026, interested translators should prepare their CV, two references and proposed translation rates and submit their application to fellowship@mict-international.org before the deadline.
Join Our WhatsApp Community
Disclaimer: Remote Job Opportunities (RJO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to RJO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
