UN Global Compact Translation: Target Gender Equality Programme - Italian

Translate materials for Target Gender Equality Programme.

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Application deadline 3 years ago: Friday 26 Aug 2022 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Translate materials for Target Gender Equality Programme.

You have:

  • Experience in translation from English to Italian.
  • Knowledge of gender-inclusive language guidelines.
  • Familiarity with gender equality and diversity terminology.
  • Ability to edit materials in PowerPoint.

Contract

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We would request the following translations for our Target Gender Equality programme from English into Italian:

  1. Slide Deck including Notes section (30 slides, 6000 words)
  2. Tempalte report in ppt style (24 slides, 4000 words)

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

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

  1. Slide Deck including Notes section (30 slides, 6000 words)
  2. Tempalte report in ppt style (24 slides, 4000 words)

The material is based on aggregate results of the WEPs Gender Gap Analysis Tool. 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.

Translation skills from English to Italian

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with translation, specifically from English to Italian? This question assesses your relevant translation experience and familiarity with the languages involved. Detail your past translation projects, focusing on language pairs and any challenges you faced.
What do you understand by gender-inclusive language? The interviewer wants to gauge your awareness and commitment to using inclusive language. Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever worked with guidelines similar to those provided for this task? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure accuracy and clarity in your translations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for translating specialized terminology in gender equality? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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