Apply for Long Term Agreement (LTA) for Engagement of Professional Translators with UNICEF in Uzbekistan Unicef Job Vacancy | Unicef Careers


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BACKGROUND:
 
UNICEF works in direction of the belief of the rights of kids as prescribed in the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Advocacy, Communication and Partnerships is one of the important thing methods to realize programme outcomes as said in the Country Programme Document.
 
In order to advertise its media outreach, advocacy and fundraising, the UNICEF nation programme is constantly in want of new and up to date communication, advocacy and visibility supplies that doc key kids’s points and ongoing responses in the sphere via top quality content material packages. These supplies are indispensable for a variety of merchandise, donor reviews, human curiosity tales and contents for social media. They will help UNICEF to higher talk with coverage and resolution makers, media, donors, companions and the general public at giant.
 
These high-quality content material packages embody design packages, advocacy toolkits, photograph essays, human curiosity tales, and quick movies that doc UNICEF associated initiatives. The packages might be disseminated via totally different channels together with web site, social media networks, companion networks and donor reviews.
 
To obtain these, UNICEF wish to interact the providers of translators who might be obtainable at quick discover to undertake assignments of translating/transcribing UNICEF evidence-based communication, advocacy and visibility supplies from English to Uzbek and English to Russian, or vice-versa.
 
PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
 
The objective of organising the Long-Term Arrangement is to facilitate and expedite the method by which UNICEF in Uzbekistan will rent the providers of particular person translators to undertake written translations (Uzbek-English, Russian-English and vice-versa), simultaneous translation for occasions, and reside translation for discipline visits.
 
PROGRAMME AREA AND SPECIFIC PROJECT AREA
 
The marketing consultant below LTA association will help all programme areas. Specific contract managers will present supervision for particular providers contracted below the provisions of this LTA. Technical supervision might be supplied by the Communications workforce.
 
OBJECTIVE(S)
The total goal to arrange this Long-Term Arrangement is to facilitate and expedite the method by which UNICEF in Uzbekistan will rent the providers of translators.
 
MAJOR TASKS TO BE ACCOMPLISHED
 
This LTA is being established to serve the wants of all sections in UNICEF Uzbekistan nation programme associated significantly to translation providers to satisfy the workplace’s media, advocacy and fundraising goals.
  • Under the steering of Programme groups and supervision of direct Specialists, the translator/interpreter the marketing consultant will present top quality translations of press releases, booklets, human curiosity tales, reviews, papers, subtitles/scripts, proposals and different supplies.
  • Provide direct modifying/writing and proofreading help to programme sections in the compilation of donor reviews, and different supplies for advocacy and fundraising (together with donor proposals).
  • Translations/simultaneous interpretations are accomplished maintaining in thoughts tradition, gender and different various sensitivities as per UNICEF pointers.
  • Expected to finish a complete translation of the fabric supplied guaranteeing readability and correctness whereas taking into consideration the sensitivity of different care jargon and respecting the intentions of the writers and specialists.
  • Expected to confirm that in the case of longer paperwork every chapter or part reads effectively by establishing flowing tones, cohesion and correct construction and to ship a ultimate product in a well timed method and of publishable high quality.
  • Present on the briefing on particular tasks and points to be lined primarily based on nationwide and state priorities the place required.
  • Demonstrate a client-oriented method, tact and skill to work with folks of totally different nationwide and cultural backgrounds.
  • Ensure efficient and environment friendly provision of providers, full confidentiality in all elements of task, administration of info stream and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made.
Responsibilities of the Consultant:
The marketing consultant will use their very own gear (i.e. laptop computer) and supply further gear that could be required for this process.
 
Responsibilities of UNICEF:
To present a radical briefing and technical replace as required by programme colleagues.
 
DELIVERABLES:
At the tip of every task, the translator/interpreter will ship top quality translations of paperwork in English, Uzbek, Russian language(s); and interpretation providers inside the given time guaranteeing readability and correctness:
 
Type of Service
  1. English-Uzbek/Russian-English
    (consecutive decoding)
  2. English-Uzbek/Russian-English
    (simultaneous decoding)
  3. English-Uzbek/Russian-English (written
    translation per web page, 1 web page = 2000 characters with areas)
  4. English-Uzbek/Russian-English of Power
    Point displays per characters with areas, relevant charge of the common doc translation. 1 web page=2000 characters with areas
Deliverables
 
Accurately translated and tailored for the audience, guaranteeing linguistic and cultural appropriateness. This can embody varied codecs, relying on the doc sort (e.g., Word, PDF, or particular software program codecs).
 
TRAVEL:
 
Payment of journey prices together with tickets, lodging, and many others. needs to be agreed upon, between UNICEF and the marketing consultant as part of the citation for every particular task and included in the respective buy order. All air journey might be by economic system class irrespective of the period of journey. Travel bills might be reimbursed as and once they happen in accordance with UNICEF guidelines and rules.
 
ESTIMATED DURATION OF LTA:
 
Twenty-four (24) months with elective extension of twelve (12) months (36 months in complete)

To qualify as an advocate for each child you’ll have… 

Education/Experience/Language:

  • Preference for University diploma in English/Russian Linguistics and/or Literature and Journalism, or an accredited qualification in translation and interpretation.
  • At least 5 years of confirmed expertise in the sphere of translation/interpretation.
  • Previous expertise with the UN and different worldwide companies is an asset.
  • Professional Certificates (IELTS or TOEFL) is fascinating.
  • Excellent information of and fluency in English, Uzbek and/or Russian, and/or Karakalpak (each verbal and written);
  • Computer literacy, particularly good information of Microsoft Office purposes (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
  • Preference for familiarity with social points terminology, with robust deal with/specialization in a selected topic (i.e. regulation, economics, well being, public administration, training, and many others.);
  • Appropriate work samples are a requirement.
Competencies:
  • Proven capacity to constantly ship high-quality translation/interpretation in English, Uzbek, and/or Russian, and/or Karakalpak languages to be confirmed via the written examination and reference check;
  • Ability to pursue excessive requirements of work successfully with minimal supervision to be confirmed via the reference check;
  • High stage of cultural, gender, race, nationality and age sensitivity and flexibility to be confirmed via the reference check;
  • Excellent communication expertise with capacity to talk and write clearly and concisely to be confirmed via the written examination and reference check;
  • Ability to work below strain and meet tight deadlines to be confirmed via the reference check.
FINANCIAL PROPOSAL
 
Consultants (translators and interpreters) are anticipated to submit their proposal in line with the supplied template in the announcement. Please word that no further price might be accepted similar to gear rental expense, reminiscence playing cards and/or batteries. Travel charges might be reimbursed as and once they happen in accordance with UNICEF guidelines and rules.
 
Financial Bid – Translation Services on LTA is hooked up. Download File
 new Financial Bid – Translation Services on LTA.docx
 
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
 
The LTA to be signed can have a hard and fast charge charge for three years (ought to there be a change in the UN institution frequent charges for translation providers, the variation settlement is signed). However, UNICEF in Uzbekistan doesn’t warrant that any amount of providers might be bought through the time period of the LTA as this can rely upon forthcoming wants.

CONTRACTS CREATED AGAINST THE LTA

Whenever translation/version providers are required, particulars of the requirement/deliverables together with portions and deadlines might be offered to the top-ranking LTA holder. Should this marketing consultant not be obtainable for this task, UNICEF in Uzbekistan will contact the second ranked marketing consultant and so forth, whereas guaranteeing 

Upon receipt of affirmation of availability and curiosity in the task, a contract might be issued with the costs/charges agreed in the LTA. The marketing consultant should signal the contract prior graduation of work.

Payment might be made after completion of deliverables and submission of invoices for the precise work accomplished, topic to passable efficiency.

HOW TO APPLY
 
Applications to be submitted via the net TMS portal ought to comprise 4 separate attachments:
  • A Cover letter explaining the motivation for making use of and explaining how the {qualifications} and skillset of the candidate (to be uploaded on-line)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) (to be uploaded on-line)
  • Professional Certificates (IELTS or TOEFL) (to be uploaded on-line)
  • Three Work Samples –It is vital to submit work samples as you’ll observe from the commercial that marks have been assigned to those standards for arriving on the best suited candidate (to be uploaded on-line)
  • A monetary proposal indicating skilled charge as per the hooked up template. Please don’t forget to specify your title in the file whereas saving (to be uploaded below different supporting paperwork).
Important Note: Please don’t point out financials anyplace else in the net application type, please mark “N/A or 00”, below the charge associated questions in the net application type. Financial proposal needs to be hooked up utilizing the supplied template in the announcement.
 
Without all of the above 5 paperwork your application might be thought of incomplete and invalid and won’t be thought of additional.
  • Any try to unduly affect UNICEF’s choice course of will result in computerized disqualification of the applicant.
  • Joint purposes of two or extra people will not be accepted.
  • Please word that UNICEF doesn’t cost any charge throughout any stage of the method.
  • Female candidates assembly the necessities are strongly inspired to apply.
  • UNICEF is dedicated to variety and inclusion and encourages certified candidates from all backgrounds together with individuals residing with disabilities to apply.
LTA CONTRACT MANAGER: Chief of Communication, UNICEF Uzbekistan
 
IDENTIFICATION OF RISKS AND PLAN FOR MITIGATION: Consultants might be paid upon deliverables.

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UNICEF is dedicated to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, spiritual or ethnic background, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to turn out to be a part of the group. To create a extra inclusive office, UNICEF affords paid parental go away, breastfeeding breaks, and affordable lodging for individuals with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of versatile working preparations. Click here to study extra about versatile work preparations, well-being, and advantages.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), individuals with disabilities embody those that have long-term bodily, psychological, mental, or sensory impairments which, in interplay with varied boundaries, could hinder their full and efficient participation in society on an equal foundation with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has dedicated to extend the quantity of staff with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we offer reasonable accommodation for work-related help necessities of candidates and staff with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen bodily and digital accessibility. If you’re an applicant with a incapacity who wants digital accessibility help in finishing the net application, please submit your request via the accessibility e-mail button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF doesn’t rent candidates who’re married to kids (individuals below 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance coverage on conduct that’s incompatible with the goals and goals of the United Nations and UNICEF, together with sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination primarily based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, spiritual or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is dedicated to advertise the safety and safeguarding of all kids. All chosen candidates will, subsequently, bear rigorous reference and background checks, and might be anticipated to stick to those requirements and ideas. Background checks will embody the verification of tutorial credential(s) and employment historical past. Selected candidates could also be required to offer further info to conduct a background check, and chosen candidates with disabilities could also be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their incapacity confidentially.

Remarks:  

Only shortlisted candidates might be contacted and advance to the subsequent stage of the choice course of. 

Individuals engaged below a consultancy or particular person contract won’t be thought of “staff members” below the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s insurance policies and procedures, and won’t be entitled to advantages supplied therein (similar to go away entitlements and medical insurance coverage protection). Their situations of service might be ruled by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and particular person contractors are accountable for figuring out their tax liabilities and for the cost of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with native or different relevant legal guidelines. 

The chosen candidate is solely accountable to make sure that the visa (relevant) and medical health insurance required to carry out the duties of the contract are legitimate for the whole interval of the contract. Selected candidates are topic to affirmation of fully-vaccinated standing in opposition to SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which should be met previous to taking over the task. It doesn’t apply to consultants who will work remotely and will not be anticipated to work on or go to UNICEF premises, programme supply places or straight work together with communities UNICEF works with, nor to journey to carry out features for UNICEF for the period of their consultancy contracts. 

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