English to Kiswahili translation of 1 Nature for Development case study
Translate a 15-page case study from English to Kiswahili and proofread the translation.
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Overview
Translate a 15-page case study from English to Kiswahili and proofread the translation.
You have:
- Native Kiswahili speaker with professional translation experience.
- General understanding of global development and environmental issues.
Contract
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UNDP’s Global Programme on Nature for Development brings together 3 different initiatives under one program – the Equator Initiative, the National Biodiversity Initiative, and the Global Forest Initiative – in order to identify, foster, showcase and celebrate nature-based solutions that help achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at local, national and international levels. Equator Prize case studies support a network of local sustainable development solutions. Case studies translated into communities' local language(s) advances recognition of these solution. Equator Prize translated case studies help us conduct more effective multi-stakeholder dialogues to accelerate forest action.
We are looking for Online Volunteers to help translate a 15-page case study from English to Kiswahili and help proofread the translation. The case study will be sent via email to the selected volunteers. We will select one volunteer for the translation and one for proofreading.
We are looking for candidates with professional translation experience and Kiswahili as their native language. A general understanding of global development and environmental issues is also important.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your previous translation work experience and any specific projects you've completed? | To gauge the candidate's relevant experience and expertise in translation. | Provide specific examples of translation projects, particularly those related to development or environmental topics. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy and cultural relevance in your translations? | To understand the candidate's approach to translation quality and cultural sensitivity. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you manage tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality translations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are some challenges you think are unique to translating environmental texts? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a translation that you found particularly challenging? What did you learn from it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure your translations remain true to the original text while being accessible to the target audience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you ever collaborated with others on a translation project? What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools or software do you use in your translation and proofreading processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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