Online Volunteer for Translation and Transliteration
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is a vital part of the United Nations system, established to promote and protect human rights globally. The OHCHR works to strengthen international human rights mechanisms, enhance equality, combat discrimination, and ensure accountability for human rights violations. The organization plays a crucial role in integrating human rights into development and economic policies, widening democratic spaces, and providing early warning and protection in situations of conflict and insecurity. The OHCHR is committed to advancing human rights through various initiatives and resolutions, including those focused on specific countries like Sri Lanka, where it aims to promote reconciliation and accountability.
Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position focuses on supporting the translation and transliteration of Sinhala-language documents related to human rights into English. This role is part of a broader initiative aimed at documenting and analyzing human rights issues in Sri Lanka. The volunteer will be responsible for reviewing Sinhala documents, translating selected excerpts, and ensuring that the translations are accurate and consistent with OHCHR standards. The position offers an opportunity to engage with human rights documentation and gain valuable insights into the role of language in advocacy and accountability efforts. The volunteer will receive guidance on the context of the assignment and relevant terminology, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute effectively to the project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess strong language skills in both Sinhala and English, with a focus on translation and transliteration. They should have a keen understanding of human rights terminology and the ability to convey complex ideas accurately and concisely. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards are essential. The candidate should also demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the project team.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in languages, translation, linguistics, or a related field would be beneficial. Familiarity with human rights issues and terminology is also advantageous, as it will enhance the volunteer's ability to perform the tasks effectively.
Experience:
Previous experience in translation, particularly in the context of human rights or legal documents, is highly desirable. The volunteer should have a proven track record of producing high-quality translations and be comfortable working with sensitive information. Experience in a volunteer capacity or with international organizations may also be beneficial.
Languages:
Fluency in both Sinhala and English is mandatory for this position. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the context of human rights work or the region in question.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position, allowing for flexible working hours. The duration of the assignment is not specified, but ongoing support and guidance will be provided throughout the project. The role is suitable for individuals looking to gain experience in human rights documentation and translation, and it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in the field of human rights.
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is a vital part of the United Nations system, established to promote and protect human rights globally. The OHCHR works to strengthen international human rights mechanisms, enhance equality, combat discrimination, and ensure accountability for human rights violations. The organization plays a crucial role in integrating human rights into development and economic policies, widening democratic spaces, and providing early warning and protection in situations of conflict and insecurity. The OHCHR is committed to advancing human rights through various initiatives and resolutions, including those focused on specific countries like Sri Lanka, where it aims to promote reconciliation and accountability.
Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position focuses on supporting the translation and transliteration of Sinhala-language documents related to human rights into English. This role is part of a broader initiative aimed at documenting and analyzing human rights issues in Sri Lanka. The volunteer will be responsible for reviewing Sinhala documents, translating selected excerpts, and ensuring that the translations are accurate and consistent with OHCHR standards. The position offers an opportunity to engage with human rights documentation and gain valuable insights into the role of language in advocacy and accountability efforts. The volunteer will receive guidance on the context of the assignment and relevant terminology, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute effectively to the project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review Sinhala-language documents to identify and extract relevant information online.
- Translate selected excerpts of documents from Sinhala into English.
- Transliterate details from Sinhala into English, where required.
- Ensure that translations and transliterations are accurate, faithful to the original, concise, and consistent with OHCHR formatting, terminology, and existing data protection requirements.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews of translations completed by other contributors, as requested.
- Communicate regularly with the project lead and promptly flag any issues, inconsistencies, or concerns requiring attention.
- Handle all information in strict confidence and in accordance with applicable United Nations rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">information security, confidentiality, and data protection and OHCHR victim protection standards.
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess strong language skills in both Sinhala and English, with a focus on translation and transliteration. They should have a keen understanding of human rights terminology and the ability to convey complex ideas accurately and concisely. Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards are essential. The candidate should also demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the project team.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in languages, translation, linguistics, or a related field would be beneficial. Familiarity with human rights issues and terminology is also advantageous, as it will enhance the volunteer's ability to perform the tasks effectively.
Experience:
Previous experience in translation, particularly in the context of human rights or legal documents, is highly desirable. The volunteer should have a proven track record of producing high-quality translations and be comfortable working with sensitive information. Experience in a volunteer capacity or with international organizations may also be beneficial.
Languages:
Fluency in both Sinhala and English is mandatory for this position. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the context of human rights work or the region in question.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position, allowing for flexible working hours. The duration of the assignment is not specified, but ongoing support and guidance will be provided throughout the project. The role is suitable for individuals looking to gain experience in human rights documentation and translation, and it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in the field of human rights.
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