Iimm Translator English-Myanmar Languages-English at INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR – Switzerland
Recruiter: INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR
About INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR
Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar is a department or office of the United Nations system, working to advance the UN’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting social progress and better standards of life.
Job Summary
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Switzerland, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.
Full Job Description
Result of Service
Timeliness and quality of the translated documents to and from English and the languages of Myanmar. All text should be in a form that has been proofread, free from errors and ready for use. Enriched standard lexicons.
Work Location
Remotely
Expected duration
Up to 12 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Front Office and/or the Collection, Analysis and Sharing Section (CASS) of the Independent Investigative Mechanism on Myanmar, the translator shall be responsible for:
- providing accurate translation from the English language to the Myanmar language (Burmese) and vice versa as required by the Mechanism of public information documents and materials that will be provided on an ad-hoc basis.
- Proofreading any translation work that is done by any other translation individual contractor for the Mechanism.
- Providing timeous translations for use on the Mechanism’s social media channel and website.
- Meeting periodically with the Mechanism’s language services team to discuss lexicons and other issues.
- Other tasks pertaining to the use of the Myanmar language (Burmese) as may be required.
Qualifications/special skills
A relevant first level university degree is required. Certification in English and/or one of the Myanmar language would be desirable. A minimum of two (2) years of experience translating from the English language into one of the Myanmar languages, and vice versa, is required. Experience in translating legal, criminal investigative documents or information is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English and the Myanmar language (Burmese) is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: Iimm Translator English-Myanmar languages-English
- Grade: CON
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Department: INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIVE MECHANISM FOR MYANMAR
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually
Qualifications
- Fluency in English and the Myanmar language (Burmese) is required.
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. It is encouraged that applications be updated in the case where new skills or experience are obtained from the time of the initial application so that programme managers will have the most up-to-date information to aid them in their recruiting.