Communication Chinese writer/editor, LTA, 36 months (home-based), Beijing, China
Ensure high-quality translation and editing of UNICEF materials in Chinese.
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Overview
Ensure high-quality translation and editing of UNICEF materials in Chinese.
You have:
- Candidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in Communication, English, Media Studies, International Development or related field.
- At least 10 years of relevant prior work experience in communications, public relations, media, writing, or other relevant fields.
- At least five years of work experience in English-Chinese translation, interpretation, and editing of publications, stories, articles, briefs and other communication materials.
- Native Chinese speaker, fluent in Mandarin and English.
- Familiarity with content publishing standards.
- Ability to coordinate the development of information materials.
- Well organized and structured in developing written materials.
- Strong drive for results, taking pride in delivering as per expectation in terms of quality and timeliness.
- Experience of working with or editing for UNICEF or other UN organizations is desirable, especially in China.
- Knowledge and understanding of China and its development context.
- Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF's mission and professional values.
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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture., coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
For every child, the right to care
The UNICEF China Country Office is entering a new Country Programme cycle (2026–2030), during which effective communication and advocacy will be critical to advance child rights and promote the well-being of children in China and beyond.
A significant volume of communication and advocacy materials—including reports, fact sheets, press releases, human-interest stories, and digital content—are originally developed in English and require high-quality translation and adaptation into Chinese for local audiences. To ensure that all Chinese-language materials meet UNICEF’s standards of accuracy, clarity, style, and impact, the Communication and Advocacy Section seeks to establish a pool of qualified freelance Chinese-language editors.
This recruitment aims to secure ongoing editorial capacity to support UNICEF China’s public outreach, advocacy campaigns, and supporter and partner engagement through polished, professional, and culturally resonant Chinese content.
How can you make a difference?
- Ensure all Chinese-language public-facing materials are linguistically accurate, stylistically consistent, and tailored to the local audience.
- Ensure the proper handling of a wide range of subjects in all Chinese publications including those of an exceptionally sensitive, complex or technical nature.
- Enhance the quality and impact of translated materials from English into Chinese.
- Provide expert editing support for materials originally drafted in Mandarin Chinese.
- Maintain UNICEF’s brand voice and editorial standards across all communication products.
- Ensure the accuracy and consistency of UNICEF terminology in all Chinese materials.
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: ToR Chinese Editor_2026.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Minimum requirements:
Education: Candidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in Communication, English, Media Studies, International Development or related field.
Work Experience, skills and Language requirements:
- At least 10 years of relevant prior work experience in communications, public relations, media, writing, or other relevant fields.
- At least five years of work experience in English-Chinese translation, interpretation, and editing of publications, stories, articles, briefs and other communication materials.
- Native Chinese speaker, fluent in Mandarin and English.
- Familiarity with content publishing standards.
- Ability to coordinate the development of information materials.
- Well organized and structured in developing written materials.
- Strong drive for results, taking pride in delivering as per expectation in terms of quality and timeliness.
- Experience of working with or editing for UNICEF or other UN organizations is desirable, especially in China.
- Knowledge and understanding of China and its development context.
- Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF's mission and professional values.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to ensure accuracy in a translation? | This question assesses your attention to detail in translation work. | Provide a specific example and explain the steps you took to ensure accuracy. |
| How do you approach editing materials for different audiences? | This question evaluates your understanding of audience adaptation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in translating technical content? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you maintain brand voice in your writing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with publishing standards. How do you apply them in your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you had to manage a deadline while ensuring quality? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on developments in communications and media? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your understanding of UNICEF's mission and values? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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