IIMM Translator English-Myanmar languages-English
Provide accurate translations between English and Myanmar languages
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Overview
Provide accurate translations between English and Myanmar languages
You have:
- A relevant first level university degree is required.
- Certification in English and/or one of the Myanmar languages would be desirable.
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience translating from the English language into one of the Myanmar languages, and vice versa, is required.
- Experience in translating legal, criminal investigative documents or information is desirable.
- Fluency in English and the Myanmar language (Burmese) and/or another language used in Myanmar is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
Timeliness and quality of the translated documents to and from English and one (or more of) of the languages of Myanmar. All text should be in a form that has been proofread, free from errors and ready for use. Contribute to the Mechanism’s language services team discussion on lexicons and other technical issues.
Work Location
Remotely
Expected duration
Up to 12 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Several recruitments are envisaged through this TOR. The recruitments will proceed during the course 2024 and the contract duration may vary, depending on the needs of the Mechanism. Under the direct supervision of the Front Office and/or the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section (CASS) of the Independent Investigative Mechanism on Myanmar, the translator shall be responsible for: • providing accurate translation from the English language to the Myanmar language (Burmese) and/or other languages used in Myanmar (such as Chin, Kachin, Rakhine, Rohingya and Shan), and vice versa as required by the Mechanism of documents and materials that will be provided on an ad-hoc basis. • proofreads any translation work that is done by any other translation individual contractor for the Mechanism. • providing timeous translations for use on the Mechanism’s social media channel and website. • meeting periodically with the Mechanism’s language services team to discuss lexicons and other issues. • other tasks pertaining to the use of the Myanmar language (Burmese) and/or other languages used in Myanmar (such as Chin, Kachin, Rakhine, Rohingya and Shan), as may be required.
Qualifications/special skills
A relevant first level university degree is required. Certification in English and/or one of the Myanmar language would be desirable. A minimum of two (2) years of experience translating from the English language into one of the Myanmar languages, and vice versa, is required. Experience in translating legal, criminal investigative documents or information is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English and the Myanmar language (Burmese) and/or another language used in Myanmar (such as Chin, Kachin, Rakhine, Rohingya and Shan) is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
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 translation project you worked on? | This question explores your problem-solving skills and your experience with complex translations. | Share a specific example where you faced challenges and explain how you resolved them. |
| How do you ensure the accuracy of your translations? | Interviewers want to understand your quality assurance processes and attention to detail. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to stay updated with the nuances of both languages? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain the importance of cultural context in translation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you received feedback on your work. How did you respond? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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