ECA translator - interpreter 2022 (GLO/SEV/88/TAS/357 – CAP 2022)
Deliver English-Russian interpretation and translation for ECA work programme.
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Overview
Deliver English-Russian interpretation and translation for ECA work programme.
You have:
- Accredited interpreter/translator English - Russian
- At least 5 years of working experience with interpretation - translation English - Russian
- Fully proficient in English
- Fully proficient in Russian
- Familiarity with Montreal Protocol terminology
- Experience in the development of outreach materials including translation, layout, editing, review, and proofreading
Result of Service The ultimate result will the delivery of the ECA work programme 2022 and CAP business plan 2022, 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 Duration: 2 months work spread over 10 months, starting 1 March 2022 - 31 December 2022
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 including monthly ECA meetings, small group meetings and ad-hoc meetings, 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 Skills: Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Internet) Academic Qualifications: Accredited interpreter / translator English - Russian Experience: 1. At least 5 years of working experience with interpretation - translation English - Russian 2. Familiarity with Montreal Protocol terminology 3. Experience in the development of outreach materials including translation, layout, editing, review and proofreading Language: Fully proficient in English and Russian
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 describe a challenging interpretation experience you had? | This assesses your ability to handle pressure and challenging scenarios. | Provide a specific situation where you successfully managed a difficult interpretation task. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your translations? | This question seeks to understand your methods for maintaining translation quality. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools do you use for translation and interpretation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on Montreal Protocol developments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your approach to managing multiple projects simultaneously. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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