Translation Support for UN Women Jordan’s Key Communications (Arabic–English)
Translate and edit communication materials between Arabic and English for UN Women.
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Overview
Translate and edit communication materials between Arabic and English for UN Women.
You have:
- Proven Arabic–English translation experience
- Strong attention to nuance, tone, and gender-responsive terminology
- Ability to meet deadlines and incorporate feedback
- Interest in gender equality, policy, or advocacy communications
Contract
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As UN Women Jordan expands its advocacy and policy engagement in 2026, accurate and gender-sensitive bilingual communication is essential to reach both local communities and international stakeholders.
Language shapes perception. In gender equality work, terminology matters deeply. This assignment supports the integrity, clarity, and accessibility of UN Women Jordan’s public messaging.
Your translations will help:
• Ensure national gender equality commitments are accessible to Arabic-speaking audiences • Maintain consistency in gender-responsive terminology • Strengthen trust and credibility in public communications • Expand the reach of policy insights and advocacy messages
What You Will Gain
• Real-world UN communications translation experience • Deepened expertise in gender-sensitive language • Portfolio-ready work contributing to national advocacy • Meaningful contribution to advancing women’s rights (SDG 5) in Jordan
Under the supervision of the Head of Communications, the Online Volunteer will:
• Translate communications materials between Arabic and English • Edit content for clarity, tone, and gender-sensitive language • Ensure terminology aligns with UN Women standards • Review translated social media and campaign materials prior to publication
Expected Deliverables
• Translation and editing of approximately 10 communication pieces • Final proofread versions ready for publication
• Proven Arabic–English translation experience • Strong attention to nuance, tone, and gender-responsive terminology • Ability to meet deadlines and incorporate feedback • Interest in gender equality, policy, or advocacy communications
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you translated a complex document? | The interviewer is assessing your experience with challenging translation tasks. | Discuss a specific project, the challenges faced, and how you overcame them. |
| How do you ensure gender-sensitive language in your translations? | This question evaluates your understanding of gender-sensitive terminology. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you handled feedback on your translated content. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to manage tight deadlines in translation projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your process for editing a translated document. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is gender equality important in communications? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle terminology inconsistencies while translating? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work in gender equality advocacy? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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