English to French translation of an information bulletin
Translate document from English to French for UN bulletin.
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Overview
Translate document from English to French for UN bulletin.
You have:
- Native French speaker with experience in translation.
- Experience translating professional-level publications from English to French.
- Academic background or work experience in international affairs, journalism, or related fields.
Contract
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Online Volunteers will be tasked to translate a document (approximately 3500-5000 words) from English to French. The document will consist of latest news, features and recent developments in the UN small arms and light weapons control process. Communication with Online Volunteers and submission of the final product will be done by email. Previous issues of the Information Bulletin can be found at www.un.org/disarmament/salw
- Translation
Translation and interpretation
To enhance communication between the UN Secretariat and Member States’ national focal points working on small arms-related issues, the Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) issues a bi-annual information bulletin. The bulletin is a compilation of news and stories on recent developments in the UN small arms and light weapons control process. The translated version of the bulletin ensures greater inclusiveness and increased effectiveness of UNODA’s work. The Bulletin is being published in three languages: English, French and Spanish.
Volunteers: 2 needed
1-5 hours per week / 1 weeks
Candidates should have native speaker level of French with experience translating professional-level publications from English into French. Academic background and/or work experience in international affairs, journalism or related fields is desirable and will be considered an asset.
Global
- English, French
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your translation process when handling professional documents? | This question assesses your understanding of translation nuances and quality assurance. | Discuss your steps, focusing on research, accuracy, and final review. |
| How do you ensure you maintain the original intent of the source material in your translations? | Interviewers want to know your approach to fidelity in translation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide examples of past translation work you've completed? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools or resources do you use for translation and localization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a situation where the source text contains idiomatic expressions that are difficult to translate? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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