Position Title : Senior Translator/Reviser (French)
Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 24 September 2024
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and
non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the
benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. External female candidates:
3. Candidate from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Latvia; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia
(Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;
Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM and
female candidates.
Context:
This position is located in the French Translation Unit with the Translation Services (TRS),
which is part of the Governing Bodies Secretariat (GBS).
The Governing Bodies Secretariat (GBS) bears main responsibility for the preparation and
coordination of IOM’s annual governing body meetings, including sessions of the Council,
Standing Committee on Programmes and Finance, International Dialogue on Migration and
related informal consultations.
The Translation Services (TRS), consisting of the French Translation Unit (FTU) and the
Spanish Translation Unit (SPTU), are responsible for providing translation services into French
and Spanish. It is also responsible for processing, internally and externally, translation requests

received from HQ departments and divisions, administrative centres and field offices and
coordinating, on an ad-hoc basis, the translation of IOM documents into English and other UN
official languages, as well as non-UN languages, as required.
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the French Translation Unit, the Senior Translator
(French) will be accountable and responsible for providing translation and revision services
covering a broad range of documents and subjects dealt with by the Organization.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Revise translations dealing with a broad range of subjects dealt with by the Organization
produced by staff and external translators, ensuring consistency and coherence with in-house
standards.
2. Translate in self-revision texts on the wide range of technical subject areas dealt with by the
Organization, particularly those subjects requiring experience and recognized proficiency, as
well as administrative, financial or legal documents, which may be particularly sensitive or
complex.
3. Edit French translations as and when required, in order to ensure consistency with IOM
terminology and stylistic conventions.
4. Guide and train translators (staff and external collaborators) with a view to refining their skills
and coordinate some translation work carried out as a team.
5. Keep abreast of developments in the area of CATT (computer-assisted translation and
terminology) tools, make full use of them and actively contribute to their utilization.
6. Carry out linguistic research and create glossaries and other reference tools to feed into the
Unit’s multilingual terminology databases.
7. Perform other duties as required.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Translation or a related field from an accredited academic institution with a

minimum of seven years of experience in translation; or,

• University degree from the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• A minimum of seven years of experience in translation, self-revision and revision is required.
• At least three years of experience in the United Nations Common System is desirable.
• Experience in revision would be an asset.
• Proven experience in the use of standard computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools and office

software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is required. Skills

• Demonstrated solid drafting, writing, and analytical skills in French;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency, and faithfulness to

the spirit, style, and nuances of the original text;

• Good knowledge and understanding of a technical or administrative field and of

migration-related terminology;

• Ability to keep abreast of the evolving linguistic specificities of the French language and apply

them accordingly. Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For all applicants, perfect command of French (mother tongue), excellent knowledge of English,
and perfect understanding of Spanish (passive) is required. Working knowledge of another
official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, and Russian) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner

consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed

manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly

treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve

shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely

manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and

innovate.

• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains

complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the

ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their
leadership and professional potential.

• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best

and develop their potential.

• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain
eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 September 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 28.08.2024 to 24.09.2024
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,
processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank
accounts.

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