Translation from Portuguese to English of a piece on public management reform
Provide translation from Portuguese to English for a research paper
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Overview
Provide translation from Portuguese to English for a research paper
You have:
- English and Portuguese speaker with professional experience
- Familiarity with technical terms related to public administration and social sciences
- Short translation test required from shortlisted applicants
- CV in English must be uploaded when applying
Contract
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The paper is part of research Project that aims to the trajectory of the public administration reform, innovations and challenges in Brazil. More specifically, the paper (around 8000 words) that needs a translation from Portuguese to English discusses how the state structure and functioning changed in the last 25 years. The selected online volunteers will receive the text as soon as the selection is finished. Any support will be provided via email. To help the selection process, a short text for translation will be sent to the shortlisted candidates in order to help the opportunity's assessment.
- Translation
Translation and interpretation
The Institute for Applied Economic Research (Ipea) is a public institution that provides technical support to the federal government with regard to public policies: fiscal, social and economic. Ipea’s mission is to “enhance public policies that are essential to Brazilian development by producing and disseminating knowledge and by advising the state in its strategic decisions.” Its structure is divided into departments dedicated to different studies and policies. In this context, the paper submitted for translation is part of a broad research Project about management reform.
Volunteers: 2 needed
1-5 hours per week / 3 weeks
An English and Portuguese speaker with professional experience. Familiarity with technical terms related to public administration and social sciences. As part of the selection process, shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a short translation test. Please upload your CV in English when applying.
Brazil
- English, Portuguese
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide examples of your previous translation work? | Interviewers want to assess your translation experience and expertise. | Discuss specific translation projects you have completed, highlighting your role and the languages involved. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in your translations? | This question evaluates your attention to detail and translation techniques. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in translating technical content? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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