Transcribing, Translating, and Summarising Interviews with Young Entrepreneurs
Assist in transcribing, translating, and summarizing young entrepreneur interviews.
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Overview
Assist in transcribing, translating, and summarizing young entrepreneur interviews.
You have:
- Work proficiently under pressure and manage tasks efficiently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office productivity tools.
- Ability to transcribe, translate, and summarize audio content.
- Fluency in English and Filipino languages.
- Availability to volunteer 6-10 hours per week for 2 weeks.
Contract
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The three (3) volunteers will work with the UNDP Youth Co:Lab Team in the Philippines to transcribe, and translate to English, interviews with six (6) teams of young entrepreneurs. There are a total of six (6) interviews, each with about 45- to 60-minute run time. Each volunteer will work on two (2) interviews to transcribe, translate, and summarise. The content derived from the interviews shall be summarised into bit-sized content that will be used for Communications and Monitoring and Evaluation.
- Writing and editing
Translation and interpretation
Co-created in 2017 by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Citi Foundation, Youth Co:Lab aims to establish a common agenda for countries in the Asia-Pacific region to empower and invest in youth, so that they can accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through leadership, social innovation and entrepreneurship. Part of the Communications Strategy of Youth Co:Lab Philippines is to showcase the works and profiles of young entrepreneurs that have been engaged through the project.
Volunteers: 3 needed
6-10 hours per week / 2 weeks
A working computer or laptop with good audio, knowledge and a proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools, willing and capable to work well under pressure
Philippines
- English, Filipino
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully managed multiple tasks under pressure? | This question assesses your ability to handle stress and prioritize work effectively. | Provide a specific example that highlights your time management skills. |
| What methods do you use to ensure accuracy in your translations? | The interviewer wants to gauge your attention to detail and translation approach. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you adapt your writing style for different audiences? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a successful project you summarized for a report? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to volunteer with the Youth Co:Lab initiative? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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