Interpretation and Translation for two virtual events on Zoom
Provide live interpretation and translation services for two virtual events on Zoom.
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Overview
Provide live interpretation and translation services for two virtual events on Zoom.
You have:
- Professional proficiency in at least one official language and strong skills in at least two others with proven ability to interpret or translate accurately and fluently.
- Minimum of 1 year experience providing interpretation or translation services for international conferences, governmental or intergovernmental organizations.
- Familiarity with UN terminology and procedures, particularly in areas relevant to the event's thematic focus (e.g., human rights, climate change, sustainable development).
- Strong intercultural communication skills and sensitivity to diverse cultural, political, and regional contexts.
- Accreditation or certification from a recognized interpretation/translation institution is highly desirable.
Contract
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The assignment is provide live interpretation and translation services for two virtual events on Zoom : Satellite session 1: Wednesday, 16 July 2025 | 8:00-9:00 AM New York Time | Virtual Satellite session 2: Thursday, 17 July 2025 | 10:00-11:00 AM New York Time | Virtual
The UN Youth Office will hold two 60-minute virtual satellite sessions. They will feature stories of change from Government representatives, Resident Coordinators, and UN Youth Advisory Board members across regions, illustrating how the UN in countries is supporting the advancement of the work with and for youth. The audience will include the UN and its key partners across countries and regions, including government representatives and youth networks.
Professional proficiency in at least one official language (their main language) and possess strong skills in at least two others with proven ability to interpret or translate accurately and fluently.
Minimum of 1 year experience providing interpretation or translation services for international conferences, governmental or intergovernmental organizations.
Familiarity with UN terminology and procedures, particularly in areas relevant to the event's thematic focus (e.g., human rights, climate change, sustainable development).
Strong intercultural communication skills and sensitivity to diverse cultural, political, and regional contexts.
Accreditation or certification from a recognized interpretation/translation institution is highly desirable.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with interpretation and translation for international events? | This question helps gauge the candidate's relevant experience. | Provide specific examples of past events you worked on, highlighting challenges and successes. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy in interpretation? | The interviewer wants to know your methods for maintaining quality. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle language barriers when interpreting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain your familiarity with UN terminology? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you communicated effectively across cultures. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your approach to handling difficult or sensitive topics in interpretation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prepare for an event with specific thematic focuses? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What certifications do you hold in interpretation or translation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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