French/Arabic Translation of 4 virtual self-paced courses in support of FemWise-Africa
Translate and proofread courses for the FemWise-Africa Network
Overview
Translate and proofread courses for the FemWise-Africa Network
You have:
- Previous experience in translation (French-Arabic and Arabic-French).
- Knowledge of the African Union (AU) terminology.
- Knowledge of United Nations (UN) terminology.
- Knowledge related to mediation, negotiation, early warning, and multitrack diplomacy.
- Previous experience in translation for international organizations.
Contract
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We are looking for two volunteers who will be available to translate and proofread 4 virtual self-paced course curriculums in support of the FemWise-Africa Network. Weekly tasks are estimated to 4000 words for translation and 30 pages for proofreading and editing. Volunteers will be expected to complete tasks with the utmost professionalism and deadlines for all tasks will be mutually agreed upon.
- Translation
Translation and interpretation
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is a training arm of the UN system with a mandate related to building capacities for the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development through outcome-based training and learning initiatives. The Division for Peace strives to support the (re-)establishment of peaceful, just and inclusive societies by enabling individuals, institutions and organizations to contribute meaningfully to sustainable peace. As part of UNITAR'S commitments to advance the role of women in peace processes, this specific project is aimed at empowering members of the FemWise-Africa Network as Ambassadors for peace and security through multitrack diplomacy and mediation.
Volunteers: 2 needed
11-20 hours per week / 24 weeks
Previous experience in translation (French-Arabic and Arabic-French); Knowledge of the African Union (AU) and United Nations (UN) terminology and terminology related to mediation, negotiation, early warning and multitrack diplomacy is preferred. Furthermore, previous experience in translation for international organizations is desirable.
Africa
- French, Arabic
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your previous experience in translating between French and Arabic? | This question aims to understand your specific skills and background in language translation. | Provide detailed examples of your translation work, including types of documents and contexts. |
| What strategies do you use for ensuring accuracy in translations? | The interviewer wants to assess your approach to quality control in translation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle tight deadlines while maintaining quality in your translation work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your understanding of the terminology used by the African Union and United Nations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you discuss a challenging translation project you worked on and how you overcame difficulties? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |