Translator

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Position Title: Translator
Location: Geneva
Country: Switzerland
Deadline Date: 20 March

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. The UN operates in various fields including human rights, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development, employing over 44,000 staff members worldwide. The organization is committed to addressing global challenges and fostering international collaboration.

Job Overview:
The position of Translator involves the critical task of translating a comprehensive 54,000-word training material from English to Spanish. The translator is expected to ensure that the translation is not only accurate but also maintains the intended meaning and context of the original text. This role requires a deep understanding of both languages, as well as the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively. The training material covers essential modules related to care and support systems, focusing on disability and gender responsiveness. The translator will be responsible for delivering a polished and proofread final version by the deadline, ensuring that the document is linguistically accurate and stylistically consistent throughout.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Translator include:

• Translating the entire document from English to Spanish, ensuring that all content is accurately represented.
• Maintaining linguistic accuracy, fluency, and technical appropriateness throughout the translation process.
• Ensuring consistency in terminology and style across the document to uphold the integrity of the training material.
• Delivering a high-quality, proofread final version of the translation by the specified deadline.
• Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to clarify any ambiguities in the source material and to ensure that the translation meets the required standards.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications: - A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in English to Spanish translation. - Native Spanish speaker with a high level of proficiency in English, demonstrating professional bilingualism. - Proven experience in translating training materials, particularly those related to human rights or developed by international organizations such as the United Nations. - Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have a relevant educational background in translation, linguistics, or a related field. A degree or certification in translation or a similar discipline is preferred, as it provides the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective translation work.

Experience:
The position requires a substantial level of experience, specifically a minimum of five years in professional translation from English to Spanish. Experience working with international organizations, particularly the United Nations, is highly desirable, as it indicates familiarity with the specific terminology and style used in such contexts.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Spanish is mandatory for this position. The candidate must be able to read, write, and speak both languages proficiently to ensure accurate translation and effective communication. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not required.

Additional Notes:
This position is a contract role expected to last for 21 days, with the final translation due by 20 March. The United Nations emphasizes that there are no fees associated with the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not charged at any stage, including application, interview, or training. This role is likely to be remote, allowing the translator to work from their home country.