Online Translation Support for UNV China
Support translation of partnership documents for UNV China
Overview
Support translation of partnership documents for UNV China
You have:
- A master's degree in English, Communication, International relations, public administration or other related field.
- Have translation experiences (EN-ZH; ZH-EN)
- Have passion to act for promotion of volunteerism.
- Working experience in international organizations is an asset.
Contract
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The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. We work with partners to integrate qualified, highly motivated and well supported UN Volunteers into development programming and promote the value and global recognition of volunteerism. To that end, UNV China Field Unit (FU) is seeking the support of Online Volunteers in translating partnership documents that are essential for UNV China FU ongoing activities and operations.
UNV China FU is looking for 1 motivated and professional Online Volunteers to support us in translation of working document and national talent pool data translation.
The selected Online Volunteers are required to produce translations from Chinese to English and English to Chinese of concept notes, reports and national talent pool information. Approximately, the Online Volunteer is expected to translate 2000-3000 words per week from the above mentioned documents. The documents are related to UNV's mobilization efforts and partnership with Chinese partners to facilitate the successful implementation of activities and daily operation work.
- A master's degree in English, Communication, International relations, public administration or other related field.
- Have translation experiences (EN-ZH; ZH-EN)
- Have passion to act for promotion of volunteerism.
- Working experience in international organizations is an asset.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience in translation between Chinese and English? | This question assesses the candidate's relevant work experience in translation. | Provide specific examples of translation projects you've completed, highlighting the complexity and volume of work. |
| What motivates you to promote volunteerism? | This question seeks to understand the candidate's passion and alignment with UNV's mission. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle tight deadlines when translating documents? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a challenging translation you have completed? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your approach to ensuring accuracy in your translations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |