Proof read standard emails translated from English to Spanish
Support proofreading of email templates translated into Spanish.
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Overview
Support proofreading of email templates translated into Spanish.
You have:
- Proofread the translated email templates for accuracy and clarity.
- Native Spanish speaker and fluent in English required.
- Familiarity with UN technical terms is an advantage.
- Previous translation experience is considered an asset.
Contract
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UNV has a goal to provide all UVP content in 3 official UN languages, English, French and Spanish. This assignment contributes to this goal.
We are seeking 1 Online Volunteers to support us by proof-reading a standard email templates that were AI translated from English to Spanish. To this end the Online Volunteer is asked to: - To proofread the 5 template emails - Ensure the translation is concise, in line with our communications guidelines, and fits the audience
The selected Online Volunteers will be provided with the emails in Word in English and an excel file to review the translations.
The translated document will be sent to UVP users (candidates, volunteers and UNV personnel) who have Spanish as their preferred language.
Candidates should be native in Spanish and fluent in English. Familiarity with technical terms related to the UN and recruitment will be considered an advantage. Previous translation experience is considered an asset.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to proofread a document? | This question examines your attention to detail and proofreading skills. | Provide a specific example that highlights your ability to identify errors and improve clarity. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy in translations? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining the integrity of the original message. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle unfamiliar terminology in translations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with UN-related terminology or documents? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you think attention to detail is important in proofreading? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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