Translator (German) 75%25 position

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Division of Information, Evidence, Research & Innovation (DIR) manages information and intelligence generated by the WHO Regional Office for Europe (WHO/EURO). Its main task is to provide Member States and WHO with reliable health intelligence derived from health information, knowledge and evidence on topics that are of interest to both. It coordinates the management of information on health and health systems within WHO/EURO (with all relevant units and country offices) and collaborates closely with national and international partners. DIR facilitates this function through databases, publications, professional networks, research and evidence services and knowledge and evidence platforms. This includes the production, translation and dissemination of information by various means.

 

Within DIR, the main tasks of the language (LNG) team are to provide services to the Regional Office in the fields of translation and editing.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

To translate into German, from English and one or more other languages, a wide variety of texts dealing with medical and related subjects as well as administrative, financial and legal matters.

 

As a self-revising translator, the incumbent must produce concise and accurate translations in an appropriate style, which will not be subject to further review.

 

To carry out all the necessary inquiries and research work for the solution of difficult problems of terminology and meaning.

 

To give guidance to temporary and less experienced translators as may be necessary.

 

To plan and manage outsourcing in close collaboration with the Outsourcing Assistant, Monitoring Assistant and Head of Languages.

 

To review and revise texts translated or prepared by junior, or by temporary or freelance translators.

 

To perform related tasks as necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential\: Advanced university degree in translation, languages or a subject related to the work of the Organization.

Desirable\: Training in terminology management

Experience

Essential\: At least 7 years working experience as a professional translator/reviser at national level including at least 3 years' experience working as a translator at international level.

Desirable\: Translation experience in the health field

Skills

Translation, revision and editing skills, as well as analytical skills. Ability to work as a member of a team and with people at all levels of the Organization, as well as with professional counterparts outside the Organization. Negotiation and communication skills.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential\: The following languages at level\: German - mother tongue. 

English - excellent knowledge (reading, writing and speaking).

Knowledge of French or Russian as follows\: reading at intermediate level; writing and speaking at basic level.

Desirable\: Knowledge of other European languages.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 70,647 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3621 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link\: http\://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

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• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link\: http\://www.who.int/employment/en/. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.