Interpreter Trainee, Russian (six positions),
New York (P-1)
Department for General Assembly and Conference Management
Closing date: Monday, 6 March 2017
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| Posting Title: | Interpreter Trainee, Russian (6 positions), P1 (Temporary Job Opening) |
| Job Code Title: | ASSISTANT CONFERENCE SERVICES OFFICER |
| Department/Office: | DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND CONFERENCE MANAGEMENT |
| Duty Station: | NEW YORK |
| Posting Period: | 20 February 2017 - 06 March 2017 |
| Job Opening Number: | 17-Conference Services-DGACM-74173-J-New York (T) |
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Chief of the Russian Section, the trainees will carry out different assignments given by trainers including:
a) simultaneous interpretation of speeches given in the different organs of the United Nations;
b) sight translation;
c) speed management;
d) assignments preparation using UN reference documents, IT tools and glossaries.
Trainees are expected to sit for the next UN Russian booth Language Competitive Exam (LCE) at the end of the training period. The LCE is open to internal as well as external candidates.
Competenciesa) simultaneous interpretation of speeches given in the different organs of the United Nations;
b) sight translation;
c) speed management;
d) assignments preparation using UN reference documents, IT tools and glossaries.
Trainees are expected to sit for the next UN Russian booth Language Competitive Exam (LCE) at the end of the training period. The LCE is open to internal as well as external candidates.
Professionalism: Professional competence; ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration; shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
EducationTeamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
Candidates must hold a first-level university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) from a recognized school of interpretation in which at least one full academic year is devoted to interpretation and or a post graduate qualification in interpretation. Having passed a freelance examination at the United Nations or a comparable international organisation where Russian is an official language is an advantage.
Work Experience
Work experience is an advantage.
Languages
Candidates must have Russian as the main language and an excellent passive knowledge of English and French or Spanish.
Assessment
Once pre-screened, candidates will be given a two-part admission test, consisting of a simultaneous interpretation and a sight translation. Successful candidates will be invited to take a competency based interview.