Translator & Reviser

Translator & Reviser

Description

• Provide accurate and seamless consecutive, simultaneous, and whisper interpretation for WBG representatives and staff in meetings, conferences, and field settings.
• Maintain impartiality and adhere to WBG interpretation standards at all times.
• Travel on mission with Bank teams as required.

• Translate documents across a variety of subject areas from source languages into the primary language, ensuring technical accuracy and stylistic appropriateness for the intended audience.
• Conduct terminological research to support consistency and quality.
• Maintain and update Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools and terminology databases.
• Apply machine translation and AI‑assisted language technologies within WBG‑governed platforms to support scalable, secure translation delivery, ensuring that all outputs meet institutional quality, confidentiality, and style standards.
• Perform professional post‑editing, quality assurance, and terminological validation of AI‑ and MT‑generated content, exercising expert linguistic judgment and accountability for final deliverables.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of GCSTI language technologies by providing structured feedback on output quality, usability, and workflow integration, and by supporting unit‑wide adoption in line with established guidelines.

• Assist with the full lifecycle of translation requests, including scheduling, vendor coordination, and timely delivery.
  
• Recruit, onboard, and monitor freelance language vendors; maintain the local Country Office (CO) Roster.
  
• Conduct quality reviews of vendor output and provide performance evaluations.

Selection Criteria

• Education: Master's degree in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree combined with substantial professional experience in technology‑enabled translation and interpretation workflows may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree.
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in translation and/or interpretation, with demonstrated experience working in technology‑enabled language service environments.
• Proven hands‑on experience with machine translation post‑editing (MTPE), terminology management, and quality assurance in institutional or large‑scale translation settings.
• Language Proficiency: Native-level proficiency in Russian and English (written and spoken).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with CAT tools, terminology platforms, and Microsoft Office. Practical experience using secure, enterprise‑approved AI‑assisted language tools for drafting, post‑editing, and quality review, with a strong understanding of confidentiality, risk controls, and institutional standards.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment; strong problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills.

• Native-Level proficiency in Uzbek.
• Experience coordinating language services or translation projects in a professional setting.
• Familiarity with SDL Trados, Plunet TMS, CMS, and/or Workfront.
• Experience post-editing machine translation output (MTPE) and working with neural MT platforms.
• Exposure to AI-driven language workflows, including the use of LLM-based tools for translation support, automated quality estimation, or terminology management.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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