Translating messages for a social media campaign from English to Arabic

Translate social media messages for a campaign on human rights.

This opening expired 5 years ago. Do not try to apply for this job.

OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Open positions at OHCHR

Home-based;

Volunteering Interpretation & Translation

Application deadline 5 years ago: Saturday 12 Dec 2020 at 14:00 UTC

Open application form

Overview

Translate social media messages for a campaign on human rights.

You have:

Native in Arabic and fluent in English required.
Familiarity with technical terms related to human rights preferred.
Availability to work 1-5 hours per week for 1 week.

Contract

This is a UNV contract. More about UNV contracts.

How to check if a job offer is a scam

UN Fraud

Details

OHCHR is looking for 1 volunteer to help us translate messages for a social media campaign to promote the UN International Decade for People of African Descent. The document to be translated is about 400 words (1,5 page) By translating the messages for the social media campaign, the Online volunteer will contribute to increase outreach and raise engagement at the global level in the UN International Decade for People of African Descent. In doing so, the volunteer will contribute to the promotion and protection of the human rights of people of African descent.

Translation
Translation and interpretation

The social media campaign was developed by UN fellows with the support of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to raise awareness about the UN International Decade for People of African Descent (IDPAP). The UN General Assembly declared the period 2015 - 2024 the International Decade for People of African Descent. By doing so, the international community is recognizing that people of African descent represent a distinct group whose human rights must be promoted and protected. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights is the coordinator of the Decade. More information about the IDPAD is available here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/decade-people-african-descent
Volunteers: 1 needed
1-5 hours per week / 1 weeks

Candidates should be native in Arabic and fluent in English. Familiarity with technical terms related to human rights will be considered an advantage.
Global
English, Arabic

Apply now

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you translated a document under time constraints?	This assesses your ability to manage deadlines when translating.	Discuss a specific instance, emphasizing your time management skills.
What strategies do you use to ensure accurate translations, especially in technical fields?	This evaluates your attention to detail and understanding of the subject matter.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle cultural nuances in translation?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with social media campaigns?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach a translation that involves highly specialized terminology?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.