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Purpose of the consultancy:

The purpose of the assignment is to support UNICEF Myanmar’s programme sections in the rapid and high- quality technical translation of programme related documents, as well as verbal interpretation either way of consecutive or simultaneous when required.

Scope of Work: 

The specialist translators will be able to provide oral interpretation with a large range of stakeholders in partnership with programme focal points across UNICEF and work with international and local consultants including standby partners and child protection thematic focal colleagues. They will also be able to support interpretation in online meetings, instant interpretation, using translation chambers and booths, etc. The specialist translators will also work closely with the UNICEF team to translate meeting notes, workshop records, training curriculums and capacity-building materials.

Successful respondents must provide instant interpretation during UNICEF pogramme events and deliver well-translated documents with edited content for messages on website, media, training materials, advocacy, assessments, reports and related documents. Tasks include work related to the following programs, but are not limited to those under the Child Protection section, as support may be required across all UNICEF programme areas:

• Support various program components including Child Protection
• Assessing protection needs and service mapping
• Advocacy and engagement
• Miscellaneous materials

 Deliverables:

Duty Station: The assignment is home-based.  Should any in-country travel be scheduled, the consultant will be reimbursed based on actual approved and authorized travel. UNICEF will reserve funds to cover this. This amount does not have to be included in the proposal.

Duration of Contract: Initial one year, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  LTA ToR Template_CP translator_for VA.pdf

Payment Schedule

The LTA to be signed will have a fixed fee rate for three years. However, UNICEF does not warrant that any quantity of services will be purchased during the term of the LTA as this will depend on forthcoming needs.

Contracts created against the LTA

Whenever translation and interpretation services are required, details of the requirement/deliverables including quantities and deadlines will be presented to the top-ranking LTA holder. Should this consultant not be available for this assignment, UNICEF will contact the second-ranked consultant and so on.

Upon receipt of confirmation of availability and interest in the assignment, a contract will be issued with the prices/fees agreed in the LTA. The consultant must sign the contract prior commencement of work. A candidate may be awarded LTA for one or more than one category.

Payment will be made after completion of deliverables and submission of invoices for the actual work completed, subject to satisfactory performance.

QUALIFICATIONS /SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE/ LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED:

Category 1: Translation of documents from Myanmar to English and English to Myanmar

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in English language, English literature, Communications, Journalism, is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in the following fields: Translation studies, Linguistics, English Language and Literature, any relevant social science and/or developmental science.

• Fluency in written and oral Myanmar and English are required.
• Experience in instant interpretation from Myanmar to English and English to Myanmar.
• Experience in translating child protection materials for the I/NGOs and/or UN Organizations is desirable.
• Good understanding of Child Protection terminology particularly law, policy, regulation, directives and procedures under existing legislation, and programme contextual background under ongoing emergency in Myanmar would be an asset.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
• Experience and quality of work demonstrably meet the highest international standards.
• Ability to analyze, plan, communicate effectively orally and in writing draft reports.
• Capability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.

Category 2: Instant translation and interpretation from English to Myanmar and Myanmar to English

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in English language, English literature, Communications, Journalism is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in the following fields: Translation studies, Linguistics, English Language and Literature, any relevant social science and/or developmental science.

• Fluency in written and oral Myanmar and English are required.
• Experience in instant interpretation from Myanmar to English and English to Myanmar.
• Experience in translating child protection materials for the I/NGOs and/or UN Organizations is desirable.
• Good understanding of Child Protection terminology particularly law, policy, regulation, directives and procedures under existing legislation, and programme contextual background under ongoing emergency in Myanmar would be an asset.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
• Experience and quality of work demonstrably meet the highest international standards.
• Ability to analyze, plan, communicate effectively orally and in writing draft reports.
• Capability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.

How to apply:

The application to be submitted through the online portal should below documents:

i.            A Cover letter explaining the motivation for applying and explaining how the qualifications and skillset of the candidate (to be uploaded online)

ii.           Curriculum Vitae (CV) (to be uploaded online)

iii.         Two Work Samples – This includes two previously translated 1 to 3 pager documents from Myanmar to English or English to Myanmar. This attachment is mandatory. (To be uploaded under other supporting documents).

iv.          A financial proposal indicating professional fee using attached template.  LTA Financial Proposal Template_CP Translator_final.doc. Please do not forget to specify your name in the file while saving. (To be uploaded under other supporting documents).

Without all the above documents, your application will be considered incomplete and invalid and will not be considered further.

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

Remarks:  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.