ICC Seeks Tagalog and Cebuano Translators for Duterte's Trial
ICC in search of Tagalog, Cebuano translators for Duterte trial

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The International Criminal Court is recruiting interpreters fluent in Filipino and Cebuano for the trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, scheduled for November. The positions are based in The Hague, with salaries ranging from €55,665 to €71,173 annually.
- 01The ICC is hiring for two interpreter positions related to former President Rodrigo Duterte's trial set for November.
- 02The paraprofessional interpreter will earn a minimum of €55,665, while the associate court interpreter will receive €71,173 annually.
- 03Candidates must be proficient in Filipino and/or Cebuano and possess a high level of English proficiency.
- 04The need for translation services was emphasized during a status conference for Duterte's trial.
- 05The ICC previously sought translators for Filipino and Cebuano in 2024 and 2025 during Duterte's investigation and arrest.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is actively seeking a paraprofessional interpreter and an associate court interpreter to assist in the upcoming trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, scheduled for November. This recruitment aims to ensure effective communication during the proceedings, particularly for Filipino and Cebuano speakers. The job postings, which will close on July 4, offer annual salaries of €55,665 (approximately ₱4 million) for the paraprofessional position and €71,173 (around ₱5.1 million) for the associate court interpreter role. Both positions will be located in The Hague, Netherlands. Responsibilities include interpreting witness testimonies and legal discussions, requiring candidates to have mother tongue proficiency in Filipino and/or Cebuano and a high level of proficiency in English. The need for such translation services was highlighted during a recent status conference where Judge Joanna Korner emphasized the importance of making the trial accessible to the audience from the Philippines. Duterte faces serious charges, including three counts of murder as a crime against humanity related to his administration's controversial drug war.
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The recruitment of interpreters will facilitate understanding of the trial proceedings for Filipino and Cebuano speakers, potentially affecting public perception and engagement.
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