Espagnol-Jobs in Frankreich

Parent Sector : Division for Conferences, Languages and Documents (CLD)

Duty Station : Paris

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Job Family : Administration

Type of contract : Fixed Term

Duration of contract : 2 years, renewable

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 16-JUN-2025

UNESCO Core Values : Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Under the overall authority of the Director of the Division of Conferences, Languages and Documents (DIR / CLD), and under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Spanish Translation Unit (STU),

the incumbent shall :

1. Revise and carry out quality control of translations internally and externally produced.
2. Translate on a self-revising basis, ensuring compliance with the quality and productivity standards in force. Use computer-assisted translation tools such as neural machine translation and artificial intelligence-based tools, as well as terminological tools, when required.
3. Finalize summary and verbatim records and other types of texts.
4. Assist in evaluating, selecting, training, and monitoring potential short-term and freelance translators; contribute to training young translators.
5. Conduct linguistic, terminological, and documentary research and validation; utilize relevant language technologies; and contribute to the development of skills related to new translation technologies. Make recommendations to enhance the Unit's working methods and linguistic quality.
6. Perform other related duties (e.g., leading translation teams during meetings, working in evening and weekend shifts, secondments, participating in reading committees) as required, and replace the Chief of Unit in their absence when needed.

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COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Communication (C), Innovation (C), Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C), Planning and organizing (C), Results focus (C), Teamwork (C), Professionalism (C), Driving and managing change (M), Strategic thinking (M), Making quality decisions (M), Building partnerships (M), Leading and empowering others (M), Managing performance (M)

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in translation or relevant field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 7 years of experience in translation, self-revision, and/or revision, including at least 3 years within a governmental or international organization.

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of UNESCO’s major fields: Education, Natural Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, Culture, or Communication and Information.
• Ability to maintain good relations in a multicultural environment and work effectively in a team.
• Strong IT skills, including expertise in computer-assisted translation tools like neural machine translation and AI-based tools, as well as terminological tools.

LANGUAGES

• Spanish as the principal language (mother tongue).
• Excellent knowledge of English and French.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of experience in translation, self-revision, and/or revision within the UN system.
• Experience in finalizing in extenso summary and verbatim records.

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• Passing the UN competitive examination for Spanish translators is an advantage.

LANGUAGES

• Knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic or Russian).

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BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO offers a salary structure comprising a basic salary and benefits such as 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan, etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this position is USD 125,036.