Translator, Arabic, New York

• Organization: DGACM - Department for General Assembly and Conference Management
• Country: United States
• City: New York
• Office: DGACM New York
• Grade: P-3

UN Secretariat, New York

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Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2015

Posting Title:
TRANSLATOR, ARABIC
Job Code Title:
TRANSLATOR, ARABIC
Department/Office:
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND CONFERENCE MANAGEMENT
Duty Station:
NEW YORK
Posting Period:
28 August 2015 - 13 November 2015
Job Opening Number:
46346
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Arabic Translation Service (ATS), Documentation Division, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM), New York. The ATS is responsible for translating official UN documents and publications into Arabic. The incumbent is under the general supervision of the Chief of Service.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Translator will be responsible for the following duties:

• Translates, subject to revision, documents including summary records covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical.
• Attends meetings as part of a team, takes notes either directly from statements delivered in the languages of competence or from the interpretation and subsequently uses the notes to produce draft summary records, subject to revision.
• Identifies new terminology material and submits it for consideration of the revisers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies
Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate good writing skills; high standard of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text; good grasp of the subject matter. Ability to use all sources of references, consultation and information relevant to text at hand. Ability to maintain an adequate speed and volume of output, taking into account the difficulty of the text and the specified deadlines. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Teamwork: -Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Education
A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status. (Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for Arabic Translators).
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of experience in translation is required.
Languages
A perfect command of Arabic, which must be the candidate's main language. Arabic translators must also have an excellent knowledge of at least two other official languages, as tested by the relevant United Nations competitive examination.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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