UNITAMS will only accept properly completed and signed Personal History Form (P.11) received before closing date. Please submit your application on the attached P.11 ONLY, CV and Resume will not be considered nor will late submissions after closing date.

This position is open for local recruitment for Sudanese nationals only.

UNITAMS will not provide accommodation and travel to locally recruited staff, including during the recruitment process.

UNITAMS is equal employer for men and women. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

This post is subject for approval of the 2021 budget

Under the generanl supervision of the Chief of Staff, the Associate Field Translator will be responsible for the following duties:

• Translates from local language(s)/Arabic to English, subject to revision, a variety of texts covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative scientific and technical; respecting deadlines and using appropriate terminology;
• Assists in matters of terminology and style to ensure uniformity and quality;
• Resolves translation/editorial issues (i.e. clarification on ambiguities, technical meanings, etc.) through consultation with authors.
• Aims at high standard of accuracy, consistency and fidelity to the spirit, style and nuances of the original;
• Observes the established terminology and usage and ensures, as far as possible, consistency with other translators working on similar documents.
• Uses all sources of reference, information and consultation relevant to the text at hand and carries out any research required;
• Maintains a certain speed and volume of output, taking into account the difficulty of the text and the specified deadlines;
• Identifies new terminology material for the consideration of revisers and terminology managers;
• Ability for consecutive/simultaneous interpretation during meetings/seminars including high level delegation visits. 
• Perform other duties as required. 

Education: A first level degree from a university or an institution of equivalent status, and the degree of specialization required.

Work Experience: A minimum of two years of progressively responsible relevant experience in translation.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Fluency in English and Arabic (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of the other is desirable. Fluency of the local language(s) to be able to translate/interpret into English and visa versa is required.

Knowledge of a second language commonly spoken in Sudan is desirable.

UN CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIE:

Professionalism: Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. 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.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Assessment:

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a written assessment followed by a competency-based interview.

 Application Process:

• Applicants must accurately complete and date the attached United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and forward the duly completed P.11 copy through:email to: unitamsrecruitment@un.org. Only
• ​Applicants should copy UNITAMS-JO-KHARTOUM-2021-03 – Associate Field Translator in the SUBJECT line of the email when submitting their signed P.11 form to ensure that their application are received directly in the VA mail box. Incomplete P.11 will not be accepted.
• For External applicants: Two most recent performance evaluation reports or if not available, two reference letters. If the applications received do not contain the latest two performance evaluation reports candidates must provide a short explanation as to why they are not available. 
• Required documents: Serving UN staff members: The two most recent e-Performance Evaluation Reports must be submitted with the application. 
• Please note that any information provided on the P.11 form will be considered binding.
• The selected candidates will be subject to a reference checks to verify the accuracy of the information provided in the P.11 form.
• Only applicants who are short-listed will receive instruction for further recruitment formalities

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

 Download UNITAMS P11 Supplementary Sheet