UNDP Jobs - 115510- UNVMC-Translator & Editorial Assistant- SB3/3

UNVMC-Translator & Editorial Assistant- SB3/3

Location :

Bogotá, COLOMBIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

10-Apr-2024

Application Deadline :

12-Mar-24 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-3

Duration of Initial Contract :

Hasta 31 de diciembre de 2024

Languages Required :

English Spanish

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Hasta 31 de diciembre de 2024

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located within the United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia (UNVMC), based in Bogotá, Colombia. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Associate Field Translator.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Field Translator, the Service Contractor will undertake the following tasks:

Proofread, revise, and edit documents subject to translation, and as requested by direct supervisor.
Translate from Spanish to English and vice versa, subject to revision, a variety of texts covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, medical, and technical, meeting established workload and quality standards, while integrating a gender perspective, especially in relation to gender sensitive use of language.
Ensure final versions of source documents and translations conform to existing UNVMC editorial guidelines.
Uses United Nations terminology and style consistently and accurately.
Solve translation/editorial issues (i.e., clarification on ambiguities, technical meanings, etc.) in consultation with the Associate Field Translator.
Observe the established terminology and usage and ensures consistency with other translators working on similar documents.
Use all sources of reference, information, and consultation relevant to the text at hand and carries out any research required.
Have proven experience rendering translation using CAT tools.
Makes effective use of relevant language technologies and tools.
Maintains strict security and confidentiality of information.
Registers incoming/outgoing documents in order to control flow of work in and out of team.
Maintains daily statistics. Performs administrative work, as needed.
Performs daily maintenance of translation team’s network drives and logs.
Performs other related duties as required.

Outputs/Works assignment

Timely production of high-quality revisions/translations that accurately reflect the nuances of source texts as per internal translation and editorial manuals/guidelines.
Daily maintenance of translation and other editorial logs.

Expected Duration

Services will be for 8 months with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and compliance with and quality of work assignments.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to demonstrate good writing skills; high standard of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text with a good grasp of the subject matter. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. Ability to use all sources of references, consultation and information relevant to text at hand. Ability to work under pressure and maintain adequate speed and volume of output and deliver clear interpretation on a broad range of subjects. Ability to show a high level of versatility, judgement and discretion. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology

Required Skills and Experience

Education

A first-level university degree in humanities (translation, languages, literature, or related field with an emphasis on English and Spanish) is required.
Scientific, technical or legal studies will be considered an asset.
Further translation studies or certifications (sworn/certified translation certifications, CAT tools licenses/certifications) will be considered an asset.

Work Experience

A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in translation in the fields above-mentioned is required.
Proven experience in the use of standard computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools is required.
At least one year of experience proofreading and editing documents and revising translations or working in self-revision is required.
Experience working within the United Nations or a similar international organization is desirable.
Experience rendering certified/sworn translations is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations.
Perfect command of Spanish and English and (oral and written) is required.

Additional Information

A translation examination and a competency-based interview will be administered to candidates who comply with the above requirements.
In light with the United Nations Gender Parity Strategy, female candidates are strongly encouraged to participate.

Información importante para los solicitantes

Solo se considerarán las aplicaciones que contengan el Formato P11 firmado, el cual podrá encontrar en el siguiente link: http://www.co.undp.org/content/dam/colombia/docs/Operaciones/P11_Personal_history_form-es.docx (copiar y pegar el link en el navegador). El formato debe ser subido en el espacio denominado "Attach CV" que aparecerá en la segunda página del formulario de aplicación.

Postulantes del sexo femenino son altamente alentadas a aplicar. UNVMC está tomando medidas para mejorar la paridad de género en todos los niveles. Estamos comprometidos con una cultura inclusiva y de oportunidades emocionantes para las mujeres en el campo de la seguridad.

Naciones Unidas está comprometida en lograr la diversidad laboral al interior de su oficina en términos de género, nacionalidad y cultura. Individuos de grupos sociales minoritarios, grupos indígenas y personas con discapacidad están por igual alentados a aplicar. Todas las aplicaciones laborales serán tratadas con la más estricta confidencialidad.

En caso de ser extranjero, debe suministrar documentos que indiquen que usted tiene su situación laboral definida en nuestro país para trabajar.