Simultaneous Translation for Webinar English - Arabic (vise Versa)

Provide simultaneous translation for a 90-minute webinar

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Overview

Provide simultaneous translation for a 90-minute webinar

You have:

  • Proficiency in translation among the 3 languages Arabic, English and French
  • Previous experience translating UN documents, Public Health and Sexual and Reproductive health and rights

Contract

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Support the regional team with simultaneous translation for a webinar (90 minutes) English to Arabic and vice versa over zoom

Provide simultaneous translation for a webinar (90 minutes) English to Arabic and vice versa over zoom

  • Proficiency in translation among the 3 languages Arabic, English and French
  • Previous experience translating UN documents, Public Health and Sexual and Reproductive health and rights.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to handle a difficult translation situation? The interviewer wants to understand your problem-solving skills and how you handle challenges in translation. Discuss a specific instance and explain how you resolved the issue effectively.
What techniques do you use to ensure accuracy during simultaneous translation? The interviewer is assessing your translation skills and techniques. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you manage time when translating during live events? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with translating UN documents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is cultural understanding important in translation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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