Translate (EN>SP) the document "Supporting Access to Water and Sanitation"

Translate a document from English to Spanish for water utilities

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GWOPA - UN-Habitat Global Water Operators' Partnerships Alliance

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Volunteering Interpretation & Translation

Application deadline 5 years ago: Monday 8 Feb 2021 at 06:00 UTC

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Overview

Translate a document from English to Spanish for water utilities

You have:

Highly proficient in English and Spanish
Extensive experience in translation
Knowledge in water and sanitation is a plus

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Details

This task will involve translating a document detailing a call for proposal for water utilities English to Spanish. By translating this material, utilities from Spanish-speaking countries will be able to apply and improve access for their communities. The volunteers will be sent a section of the text (2 pages) in English and allocated a focal point at the UN-Habitat GWOPA secretariat. Each volunteer will translate their text and one volunteer will be requested to proofread the document to ensure coherence. All communication will be via email although volunteers are welcome to request a call with the focal point if necessary.

Translation
Translation and interpretation

We need two volunteers who are highly proficient in English and Spanish, extensive experiences in translation is preferable, knowledge in water and sanitation is a plus.
Volunteers: 2 needed
1-5 hours per week / 1 weeks

We need two volunteers who are highly proficient in English and Spanish, extensive experiences in translation is preferable, knowledge in water and sanitation is a plus.
Global
English, Spanish

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your translation process and any tools you use?	This question assesses your translation methodology and familiarity with industry tools.	Outline your approach to translating documents and mention any software or techniques you find helpful.
What challenges have you faced while translating technical documents?	The interviewer is interested in your problem-solving skills and your capacity to handle complex texts.	Pro members can see the explanation.

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