Head of the Spanish Language Service

Job Posting Organization:
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that works to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent its use for military purposes. Established in 1957, the IAEA has a mission to foster the exchange of scientific and technical information and to disseminate knowledge in the nuclear field among its Member States. The organization operates in multiple countries and employs a diverse workforce dedicated to its mission of ensuring that nuclear technology is used safely and responsibly. The Department of Management (MT) provides essential services that support the IAEA's scientific and technical programs, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication across various departments.

Job Overview:
The Head of the Spanish Language Service is a pivotal role within the IAEA's Language Services Section, responsible for overseeing the quality and timely delivery of Spanish language content. This position involves revising, drafting, editing, and translating a wide range of documents, including administrative, legal, economic, scientific, and technical materials. The incumbent will lead a team of professional staff and freelancers, ensuring that all outputs meet the high standards expected by the IAEA. The role requires a strong command of the Spanish language, as well as the ability to assess and train new talent within the team. The Head will also be involved in implementing best practices and innovative solutions in language services, contributing to the overall mission of the IAEA.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate the work of the Spanish Language Service team, ensuring effective collaboration among team members.
• Revise and edit content produced by staff and freelancers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to IAEA standards.
• Draft, translate, and edit documents as necessary, maintaining high quality and meeting deadlines.
• Make authoritative decisions regarding terminology and language use, assessing the competence of team members.
• Provide training and guidance to the Spanish Language Service team, enhancing their skills and knowledge.
• Implement innovative solutions and best practices in the production of Spanish language content, as directed by the Section Head.
• Collaborate with other language teams to ensure consistency and quality across all language outputs.
• Monitor the performance of the team, providing feedback and support to achieve results.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced (Master's) university degree in translation, languages, or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree in translation, languages, or a related field with two additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in translation, with at least four years in an international organization or equivalent.
• Experience in supervising teams of translators is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT translation tools, particularly Trados Studio and MultiTerm.
• Excellent oral and written command of English and Spanish; knowledge of other IAEA official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) is an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced (Master's) university degree in translation, languages, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in the same fields, combined with two additional years of relevant experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. This educational background ensures that candidates have a strong foundation in language skills and translation techniques necessary for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in the field of translation. Candidates should have at least four years of experience working in an international organization, public sector, or non-profit organization. Experience in supervising teams of translators is considered an asset, as it demonstrates leadership and management capabilities within a multilingual environment.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Spanish is mandatory for this position, as the role involves extensive editing, translating, and drafting of documents in these languages. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages, including Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian, is considered an asset and may enhance a candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package, including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $101,540, subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance. Additional benefits include a variable post adjustment, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses, and six weeks of annual leave. The organization is committed to gender equality and encourages applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries. Staff members are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence, and integrity, and are subject to a zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct.