Translation and Documents Coordinator (P-1/P-2) Full Time on the ground

Translation and Documents Coordinator
An exciting position has become available for a full-time Translation and Documents Coordinator based in London.
Salary Example (for average P-1 level with two dependents):
Take home pay after income tax: GBP 4208
Monthly contribution from the organization to the Pension Fund after tax: GBP 1235
Total received by staff after tax: GBP 5743 per month
Responsible to the Head of Finance and Administration and within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent has first-line responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Documents Section and all aspects of the translation and production of official documents for the Organisation, including but not limited to:
Overseeing the work of, guiding, motivating and assigning translations to freelance translators to ensure the production of documents in a timely manner; adherence to guidelines for translation; proofreading and editing for consistency, grammar, syntax and punctuation and fact-checking; formatting and layout follow in-house style; proposing changes for improvements; prioritising work and posting documents on ICO website.
Proofreading and editing ICO documents for consistency, grammar, syntax and punctuation and fact-checking; formatting and layout follow in-house style; proposing changes for improvements; prioritizing work and posting documents on ICO website.
Closely working with the Head of Finance and Administration to ensure the efficient use of the Organisation’s resources, namely assessing the need for recruitment of translators and making proposals to that effect; arranging for tests and interviews of candidates and deciding on suitability; briefing new/temporary staff on work procedures, in-house style, layout and formats and related matters; as well as participating in the preparation of the budget of the section and Organisation.
Managing and updating the email system of the ICO including contacts with ICO Members and all relevant bodies.
Liaising with other international organisations/agencies to exchange information and ideas on matters pertaining to translation, specialised software, hardware and equipment toward recommending “value for money” solutions.
Collaborating with heads of sections, in particular the Council Secretariat and the Secretariat and External Relations Officer, to discuss projects and needs; obtain up-to-date information and fact-checking with the Economics and Statistics Sections to obtain and check data.
Performing other related responsibilities, including replacing and/or backstopping for others within and outside the section as required.
Role Requirements
University degree in relevant fields (e.g. languages) or equivalent professional experience.
Management experience in a comparable organisation for at least four years.
Excellent editing skills.
Excellent command of the English language, oral and written, and of at least one, and preferably two, of the other official languages of the Organisation (Spanish, French and Portuguese).
Extensive technical knowledge of desktop applications including Microsoft Office 365, spreadsheets and other relevant software, including ability to find solutions to problems encountered in documents received from outside sources.
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines, as well as to deal with confidential issues.
Ability to maintain good working relations with staff and translators.
Initiative, methodical approach, tact and ability to work subject to strict deadlines.
Good organisational and supervisory capabilities.
Company
Our client is an intergovernmental body, set up in 1963 under the auspices of the United Nations, responsible for implementing the International Coffee Agreement (2007) to strengthen the global coffee sector and promote its sustainable development in economic, social and environmental terms.
Why should you apply?
The chance to join a fantastic company.
To become part of a hardworking, dedicated team.
To showcase your current knowledge and skill set in the field.
To be a proactive member of the company.
Posting period: – From 8 to 27 April 2022 – The ICO only accepts duly completed applications with a motivation letter and a Curriculum Vitae.
Your application will be acknowledged only in the case that you are shortlisted for an interview. Candidates may be tested in all relevant areas.
No Fees: We do not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). We will not request any information related to bank account.
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