VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Closing date: 17.00 ULAT, December 1, 2022

TRANSLATOR

The translator has responsibilities of written translation from/to English and Mongolian languages, and editing of translated documents in English and/or Mongolian languages. As needed, provide occasional oral consecutive interpretation from/to English and Mongolian language support to the team.

Duties and responsibilities

• Provide support with written translation and editing of MCA-Mongolia’s internal documents and publications;
• Witten translation and editing of MCA Mongolia’s external documents such as materials for the media, including press releases, media advisories, publications, reports, and other editorial-related texts;
• Ensure high quality of professional translation, proofreading, and editing of all text8 accurately reflecting the meaning found in the original source language and rendering that meaning in the translated work;
• Perform terminology research and use the correct terms and names consistently throughout the translated text and ensure translated text is complete;
• Pay attention to detail at all levels and check for errors (e.g. grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, formatting) to ensure the translated text is an accurate, faithful, and consistent rendering of the original text.
• Check and correctly quote references to documents already published;
• Provide occasional oral consecutive and/or simultaneous translation in technical and external partner meetings.

Evaluation criteria

Education:

• University degree in translation or linguistics or a related field..

Work experience:

• At least five (5) years of proven record of working experience providing high-quality translation/interpretation services.
• Experience in working with international or bilateral organizations is a plus.
• Proven technical translation/interpretation skills in English and Mongolian and vice versa.

Communication and languages:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (in English and Mongolian), both orally and in writing. English language proficiency at ILR Level 4 or above is preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced (near native) English and Mongolian language skills.
• Excellent writing skills across a variety of technical and professional text styles.
• Best practice translation, sound judgment, and review processes with attention to detail.
• Sound research skills and resourcefulness.
• Organized and results-oriented, with the ability to translate Compact strategy and objectives into tasks and work plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant professional applications and software.
• Punctual and reliable with high interpersonal, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Able to work under pressure and plan personal workload effectively.
• Skilled in analyzing facts and data to support sound, logical decisions regarding own and others’ work.

TO APPLY

Please submit your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (“CV”) in English, a copy of diploma, and other relevant documents via email to hr@mca-mongolia.gov.mn (INDICATE THE REFERRED POSITION IN THE SUBJECT LINE).

Candidates qualified for the first round will be contacted only.

For recruiting information, please contact at 7711-1710 during business hours.

No fees will be paid to MCA-Mongolia or any of its agents at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training fees or other).