Online Volunteer for Translation Services

Job Posting Organization:
The UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa was established in 2019 in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates as a thematic hub with a focus on integrated resilience across 46 Sub-Saharan countries under the UNDP’s Regional Bureau for Africa. The mission of the Resilience Hub is to provide thought leadership and innovative support for resilience building in Africa, aiming to make UNDP’s work future-ready and resilient against shocks. The Hub is structured into four dedicated teams that work collaboratively to lead and support regional initiatives and country offices in policy and programming across key thematic areas including Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, Governance and Peace-building, Migration and Displacement, and Digital Partnership. The organization is committed to helping governments, communities, and institutions build resilience through sustainable development, particularly in regions facing economic fragility and limited opportunities.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for Translation Services is integral to the UNDP Resilience Hub for Africa, particularly in supporting the REST-GLR programme. This role involves translating various project documents from English to Portuguese and vice versa, ensuring that the translations accurately reflect the original meaning, intent, and tone. The volunteer will be responsible for translating a range of materials, including guidelines, outcome documents, and country program packages. The role requires strong written communication skills and a deep understanding of the relevant terminologies to ensure high-quality translations. The volunteer will also manage assignments effectively, ensuring timely delivery of completed tasks while maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information. This position is crucial for facilitating effective communication and documentation within the program, ultimately contributing to the economic transformation efforts in the Great Lakes Region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Online Volunteer for Translation Services include:

• Translating project documents from English to Portuguese and vice versa as needed.
• Ensuring that translations accurately reflect the meaning, intent, and tone of the original documents.
• Conducting research on relevant terminologies to ensure high-quality translations.
• Managing assignments and delivering completed tasks within specified deadlines.
• Maintaining a translation glossary to ensure consistency across documents.
• Ensuring confidentiality when handling sensitive matters related to the project.
• Collaborating with team members to clarify any ambiguities in the source documents.
• Providing feedback on the translation process to improve future translations.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess strong written communication skills and a proven ability to translate documents accurately. Familiarity with the subject matter related to resilience, development, and economic transformation is highly desirable. The candidate should also demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments. Proficiency in both English and Portuguese is mandatory, with a strong command of grammar, syntax, and style in both languages. Additionally, the candidate should have experience in translation or a related field, showcasing their capability to handle complex documents.

Educational Background:
A background in languages, translation, international relations, development studies, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with formal education in translation or linguistics will be given priority. Relevant certifications in translation or language proficiency may also be beneficial.

Experience:
Candidates should have prior experience in translation, particularly in translating documents related to development, policy, or technical subjects. Experience working with international organizations or NGOs is a plus, as it demonstrates familiarity with the context and terminology used in such environments. The ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines is essential, as the role requires handling multiple documents and tasks simultaneously.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Portuguese is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the region or the UNDP's work may be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and materials.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and while it may not offer financial compensation, it provides valuable experience working with a prominent international organization. The role is flexible and can be performed remotely, allowing for a balance between the volunteer's other commitments. The duration of the assignment is not specified, but the volunteer is expected to commit to completing the translation tasks as they arise, ensuring timely support for the REST-GLR programme's documentation needs.