Translation from English to Khmer of online learning content on, entrepreneurship, SDGs & youth

Translate online learning modules for youth entrepreneurs

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Overview

Translate online learning modules for youth entrepreneurs

You have:

  • Fluency in Khmer as a mother tongue and English is mandatory.
  • Professional experience with translation and/or translation studies are highly appreciated.
  • Interest in social entrepreneurship is a plus.

Contract

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The Online Volunteer will translate from English to Khmer 5 online learning modules developed by Youth Co:Lab for young social entrepreneurs. The translation should be youth-friendly and localized in order to reach and engage with more remote communities. The set of documents is hosted online on Google Drive and is a mix of Google Docs and Google Slides documents. We will be available to answer any question and provide the necessary support. The Online Volunteer will translate approximately 5000 English words.

  • Translation
  • Translation and interpretation

    Youth Co:Lab positions young people front and center in order to solve the region’s most pressing challenges. 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. Youth Co:Lab has been implemented in 25 countries and territories across Asia Pacific.

  • Volunteers: 1 needed

  • 6-10 hours per week / 4 weeks

    Khmer as a mother tongue and fluency in English is mandatory. Professional experience with translation and/or translation studies are highly appreciated. Interest in social entrepreneurship is a plus.

  • Cambodia

  • English, Khmer

Potential interview questions

Can you describe any prior experience you have with translation? The interviewer wants to gauge your translation skills and relevant experiences. Provide details of your translation projects, especially those related to education or youth.
How would you ensure that the translation is youth-friendly? The interviewer is looking for your approach to adapting content for a younger audience. Pro members can see the explanation.
What interests you about social entrepreneurship? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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