ECA outreach - translation 2023 (GLO/SEV/91/TAS/361 – CAP 2023)
Deliver ECA work programme and CAP business plan 2023.
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Overview
Deliver ECA work programme and CAP business plan 2023.
You have:
- Accredited interpreter/translator English - Russian.
- A minimum of five years of working experience with interpretation - translation English - Russian.
- Experience in the development of outreach materials including translation, layout, editing, review and proofreading.
- Familiarity/knowledge in setting up video conferencing with simultaneous interpretation.
- Knowledge of Montreal Protocol language and terminology.
- Fully proficient in English and Russian is required.
Result of Service The ultimate result will the delivery of the ECA work programme 2023 and CAP business plan 2023, which includes the arrangement of ECA meetings, small group meetings and ad-hoc meetings with English - Russian interpretation to facilitate the participation of Russian-speaking country representatives, and the availability of ad-hoc translations / layout into Russian including meeting documents, presentations, WOD and WRD materials, factsheets, and other Montreal Protocol related information materials.
Work Location Home-based
Expected duration 8 months (part time)
Duties and Responsibilities OzonAction’s Compliance Assistance Programme (CAP) operating under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region is providing policy and technical support to the ECA network countries to help them complying with the provisions of the Montreal Protocol for the phase out of ozone depleting substances (ODS) and phase-down of global warming hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs).
ECA network requires support to arrange virtual meetings with English - Russian simultaneous interpretation and to provide ad-hoc translations into Russian including meeting documents, presentations, WOD and WRD materials, factsheets, and other Montreal Protocol related information materials.
Under the supervision of the coordinator of the ECA network, the consultant will set up virtual meetings with simultaneous interpretation English – Russian as required, and provide ad-hoc translations / layout into Russian including meeting documents, presentations, WOD and WRD materials, factsheets, and other Montreal Protocol related materials etc.
The consultant will work from distance and provide the necessary information technology and communication tools. No travel required.
Qualifications/special skills Accredited interpreter / translator English - Russian. A minimum of five years of working experience with interpretation - translation English - Russian Experience in the development of outreach materials including translation, layout, editing, review and proofreading. Familiarity / knowledge in setting up video conferencing with simultaneous interpretation Knowledge of Montreal Protocol language and terminology
Languages Fully proficient in English and Russian is required.
No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you discuss your experience with simultaneous interpretation between English and Russian? | This question assesses your practical skills and experience in providing real-time interpretation. | Provide specific examples of past experiences where you successfully performed simultaneous interpretation. |
| How do you approach the layout and editing of translated materials? | This question evaluates your attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality documents. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to prepare for virtual meetings involving multiple languages? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a challenge you faced while interpreting or translating, and how you handled it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your familiarity with the terminology used in the Montreal Protocol? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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