UN Global Compact Translation (English to Korean) for gender equality material

Translate gender equality materials from English to Korean.

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Wednesday 5 Jul 2023 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Translate gender equality materials from English to Korean.

You have:

  • Translation skills from English to Korean are essential.
  • Understanding of common terms used in the area of gender equality, diversity and inclusion is important.
  • Ability to edit material in PowerPoint documents is moderately important.
  • Ensure the use of gender-inclusive language throughout the translation is essential.

Contract

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The material is used as part of the Target Gender Equality accelerator. This initiative has been engaging more than 2.000 companies to date in setting and meeting ambitious targets for gender balance, women's leadership and equal pay for work of equal value. You can learn more about the initiative here: https://unglobalcompact.org/take-action/target-gender-equality/

We are seeking translation from English to Korean. The selected online volunteer will translate the following:

  1. Slide Decks including Notes section
  2. Word documents

Ideally the candidate would have some understanding of common terms used in the area of gender equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as knowledge of how to edit material in power point documents.

Translators should make sure to use gender-inclusive language throughout. Please see guidelines: https://www.un.org/en/gender-inclusive-language/guidelines.shtml

Translation skills from English to Korean

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to translate complex material? This question assesses your experience with translating nuanced content. Provide an example where you ensured the integrity of the original material while making it accessible in the target language.
How do you ensure accuracy and cultural relevance in your translations? This explores your approach to maintaining the intention and context of the original text. Pro members can see the explanation.
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