Organization Mission

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It supports governments and migrants by offering services and policy guidance to ensure migration is managed safely, responsibly, and with dignity; contributing to development, humanitarian response, and the protection of human rights.

In the Caribbean, migration has been central to shaping the region’s identity. From the tragedy of slavery to today’s vibrant diasporas and multi-generational migrant communities, mobility remains both a cornerstone of society and an enduring aspiration.

Today, the region faces growing challenges such as climate change, demographic shifts, and labor shortages among them. Migration can serve as a vital tool to enhance resilience, foster inclusive development, and support effective governance.

Composed largely of small island developing states (SIDS), the Caribbean has unique vulnerabilities. Economies are dependent on imports, tourism, and remittances, with populations clustered in coastal areas. This makes countries especially vulnerable to climate-related disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and sea level rise. Without stronger investment in preparedness and adaptation, the risk of displacement is likely to grow.

At the same time, ageing populations and ongoing outward migration, especially to the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., are creating labor gaps in key sectors. While CARICOM’s intra-regional labor mobility offers solutions, attracting external labor may become necessary, marking a shift for a region traditionally seen as one of origin.

Context

This assignment supports IOM’s work in the Dutch Caribbean by making key research accessible to a wider audience. The Curacao office is working with findings from an impact study on Venezuelan migration in Aruba, which examines both the current realities and the potential future impacts of migration. Translating this study into English will ensure that policymakers, partners, and stakeholders across the region can fully understand and use its insights to inform programmes, guide policy decisions, and strengthen responses to migration-related challenges.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking one Online Volunteer to support us by translating an impact study of Venezuelan migration in Aruba from Spanish to English. To this end the Online Volunteers are asked:
– To translate the document, which is 64 pages long into English
– Ensure the translation is concise, in line with our communications guidelines, and fits the audienceThe selected Online Volunteer will be provided with the document in the original language and will receive guidance on the target audience and our communications guidelines as well as other guidance as needed.The Online Volunteer will have the opportunity to build connections with the IOM team at Curacao and learn about the ways in which the translated study contributes to increasing understanding of the impacts of Venezuelan migration in Aruba, supporting evidence-based programming and informing stakeholders and decision-makers in the wider Caribbean context.

Required Skills and Experience

Candidates should be native in Spanish and fluent in English. Familiarity with technical terms related to migration will be considered an advantage. Previous translation experience is considered an asset.