Reviser

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 at the United Nations. The organization is dedicated to facilitating communication and understanding among member states through translation and interpretation services. The United Nations was established in 1945 and operates globally, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations. It employs thousands of staff across various countries, working in diverse fields to address global challenges.

Job Overview:
The Reviser will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of translations produced by the English Translation Section. This position requires the incumbent to revise translations on a wide array of subjects relevant to the United Nations, ensuring that they meet or exceed established workload standards. The Reviser will also be responsible for translating texts on a self-revising basis, particularly those that require a high level of expertise and proficiency. The role involves the use of computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and contributing to the development and implementation of related IT tools. Additionally, the Reviser will draft and revise summary records, develop new terminology, conduct linguistic research, and provide guidance to translators on procedures and terminology. The position demands a high level of professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Reviser will be responsible for the following duties: revising translations across various subjects, translating texts while adhering to workload standards, utilizing CAT tools, drafting and revising summary records, developing new terminology, conducting linguistic research, assisting and counseling translators, participating in terminology standard-setting, meeting document production deadlines, acting as a Programming Officer when required, collecting and analyzing data to identify trends, and performing other related duties as necessary. The role requires a commitment to high standards of accuracy and consistency, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status. Additionally, they must have passed the relevant combined United Nations Language Competitive Examination for English Translators or a similar examination held before 201

• A strong command of English is essential, as it is the candidate's main language, along with excellent knowledge of two other official languages as tested by the relevant examination.

Educational Background:
A first-level degree from a recognized university or institution is required for this position. This educational background should provide a solid foundation in language skills, translation techniques, and an understanding of the subjects dealt with by the United Nations.

Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in translation, editing, self-revision, or related fields. Out of this experience, three years in a multilingual setting is desirable. Experience within the United Nations Common System or similar international organizations is also preferred, particularly in translation and précis-writing. Familiarity with CAT tools and experience in data analytics are considered advantageous.

Languages:
A perfect command of English is mandatory, as it is the candidate's main language. Additionally, candidates must have excellent knowledge of two other official languages of the United Nations, which will be assessed through the relevant language competitive examination.

Additional Notes:
The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance within its staff and encourages female candidates to apply. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process. The position may involve periodic relocation to different duty stations as per the organization's mobility policy. The United Nations does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.