Online Volunteer Translator

Job Posting Organization:
UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, is dedicated to ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established as a part of the United Nations system, UNFPA operates globally with a mission to achieve universal access to sexual and reproductive health, realize reproductive rights, and reduce maternal mortality. The organization focuses on improving the lives of adolescents, youth, and women, while promoting human rights and gender equality. UNFPA has set ambitious goals to end unmet needs for family planning, preventable maternal deaths, and gender-based violence. The agency recognizes the importance of innovation in achieving these transformative results and aims to strengthen its corporate innovation architecture, scale up effective innovations, and form new partnerships to enhance its impact.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer Translator involves translating the Guidelines for Marriages and Divorces registration from English to Arabic. This role is crucial as the translated documents will be shared with member states and development partners involved in the civil registration system. The task requires collaboration between two volunteers for each language, where one volunteer will focus on the translation while the other will validate the translated version to ensure quality and accuracy. The selected volunteers will receive all necessary information and materials to perform their tasks effectively, contributing to the overall mission of UNFPA in enhancing civil registration processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Translate the Guidelines for Marriages and Divorces registration from English to Arabic, ensuring that the translation is accurate and culturally appropriate.
• Collaborate with another volunteer who will validate the translation, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Utilize provided materials and information to enhance the quality of the translation.
• Ensure that the final translated documents meet the standards required for sharing with member states and development partners.
• Communicate effectively with UNFPA representatives to clarify any doubts or seek additional information as needed.
• Adhere to deadlines and maintain a high level of professionalism throughout the translation process.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in both English and Arabic, with strong translation skills.
• Experience in translating official documents or guidelines, particularly in the context of civil registration or legal matters, is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with another volunteer to ensure the quality of the translation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Familiarity with UNFPA's mission and objectives is an advantage.

Educational Background:
A background in languages, translation, linguistics, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with relevant certifications in translation or interpretation will be given priority. Knowledge of civil registration processes and legal terminology in both languages is also beneficial.

Experience:
Previous experience in translation, particularly in the context of legal or official documents, is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate a track record of producing high-quality translations and working collaboratively in a team environment.

Languages:
Mandatory: Proficiency in English and Arabic. Good to have: Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the region or context of the guidelines being translated would be an asset.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is not specified. The role is part-time and can be performed remotely. Volunteers will be expected to manage their time effectively to meet deadlines. Compensation is not provided, as this is a volunteer opportunity.