Senior Reviser

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Position Title: Senior Reviser
Location: Geneva
Country: Switzerland
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the English Translation Section of the Languages Service, which is part of the Division of Conference Management in the Department for General Assembly and Conference Management of the United Nations. The UN is an international organization founded in 1945, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among countries. It operates in multiple countries and employs thousands of staff members worldwide, working towards various global goals including human rights, sustainable development, and humanitarian assistance.

Job Overview:
The Senior Reviser will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of translations for the United Nations, which deals with a wide range of sensitive and complex subjects. This position requires a high level of expertise in translation and revision, as well as the ability to provide constructive feedback to other translators and revisers. The Senior Reviser will not only revise translations but also translate texts independently, draft summary records, and contribute to the development of terminology standards. The role involves significant collaboration with other staff members and requires a proactive approach to professional development and the use of language technologies. The Senior Reviser will also be responsible for coordinating the work of other translators and revisers, ensuring that deadlines are met and quality standards are upheld.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Reviser will be responsible for revising translations across various subjects, ensuring they meet the required standards of accuracy and quality. This includes providing feedback to help other revisers improve their skills, translating texts independently, and drafting summary records. The role also involves utilizing language technologies effectively, identifying new terminology, and leading efforts to establish terminology standards. The Senior Reviser will supervise the work of other translators and revisers, assign tasks, and assist in programming long-term work. Quality control of externally produced translations is also a key responsibility, along with advising on the selection of texts for competitive examinations. The Senior Reviser will contribute to policy and operational matters and may undertake cross-assignments as needed. Additionally, the role includes leading data collection and analysis efforts to support decision-making and reporting.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a first-level degree from a recognized university or institution. They must have passed the relevant United Nations Competitive Examination for English Translators/Précis-Writers or the combined examination for English Translators, Editors, and Verbatim Reporters. This requirement may be waived for candidates who passed relevant examinations before 2017, subject to an assessment test. A strong command of English is essential, as it is the main language of the position, along with excellent knowledge of two other official UN languages.

Educational Background:
A first-level degree from a university or an equivalent institution is required for this position. This educational background should ideally be in a field related to languages, translation, or a relevant area that supports the functions of the role.

Experience:
Candidates must have at least ten years of experience in translation or a related language field, with a minimum of four years specifically in revision. It is desirable that at least eight of those ten years be within the United Nations Common System or similar international organizations, demonstrating familiarity with the UN's operational context and standards.

Languages:
A perfect command of English is mandatory, as it is the main language for this position. Additionally, candidates must have excellent knowledge of two other official UN languages, which will be assessed during the competitive examination process. Proficiency in multiple languages is highly valued and enhances the candidate's suitability for the role.

Additional Notes:
The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its workforce. The position may involve responsibilities that require staff to move periodically to different duty stations. The UN does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. Candidates are advised to follow all application instructions carefully and ensure that their profiles are complete and accurate.