Special Tribunal for Lebanon Associate Arabic Translator

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package will be offered. The successful applicant will be offered a fixed-term appointment of one year limited to the Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL). Any subsequent extension(s) are subject to the terms of the Tribunal’s mandate and/or the availability of funds. The Special Tribunal for Lebanon is an international inter-governmental organization with its own independent legal identity and not a UN organization. However, STL follows the UN common system for benefits and entitlements to its staff members. UN staff members may also serve on loan from their parent department/office, if selected.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Unit Head, the incumbent will be expected to perform the following duties: produce translations from English and, if possible, French into Arabic and from Arabic into English or French subject to revision; maintain a high standard of accuracy, consistency, and fidelity to the spirit, style, register and nuance of the original; observe established STL terminology and usage and strive for consistency with reference texts and with the output of other translators; translate using the in-house computer-assisted translation and terminology software; conduct the requisite research, drawing on reference and terminology materials, background information, and consultation within the Tribunal, as appropriate; work to deadline and produce a set volume of output; identify new terminological material for the consideration of senior staff members; and perform other duties as required.

COMPETENCIES:

•Professionalism – Pride in work and achievements; professional competence and mastery of subject matter; conscientiousness and efficiency in meeting commitments, compliance with deadlines; motivation by professional rather than personal concerns; persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; calm in stressful situations.

•Planning & Organizing – Ability to establish priorities and plan, coordinate and monitor work, and to adapt successfully to changing circumstances.

•Teamwork - Good interpersonal skills, willingness to share knowledge and encourage cooperation, ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

•Technological Awareness – Good computer skills, familiarity with standard computer applications (Windows XP, Word, Access, Lotus Notes, Excel, etc.), ability to harness internet resources, knowledge of computer-assisted translation and terminology systems.

•Commitment to continuous learning – Active interest in new developments in the translation and terminology fields and commitment to developing own skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Education: University degree in languages, translation, law or other relevant subject. Documented equivalent combination of relevant experience and formal education/training may be considered appropriately.

•Experience: At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in translation (2 if the candidate holds an advance university degree in one of the abovementioned fields), preferably in the context of the United Nations or an international organization.

•Languages: Arabic, English and French are the official languages of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. For this post, an excellent command of English and a very good command of either Arabic or French is required. A command of all three languages is highly desirable. Applicants may be invited to sit a competitive test.

•Other: Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure; familiarity with research techniques for translators; specialisation in legal translation and familiarity with computer-assisted translation and terminology software are desirable.

How to apply:

1.Go to https://apps.stl-tsl.org/phfonline.

2.Register, if you have not done so. Note down your log-on id (email address) and password.

3.You'll get an activation email; activate your account following instructions in the email.

4.Log-in using your log-on id and password.

5.Completely fill out your Personal History Profile.

6.Click on the link for General Service Vacancies, Professional Vacancies or Field Service Vacancies.

7.Select the vacancy which you would like to apply for. 6. Click on the "Apply" button.

8.Fill out your cover letter.

9.Click on the check box which says "I Certify that the statements made by me in answer to the foregoing questions are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission made on a Personal History Profile or other document requested by the Organization renders me liable to termination or dismissal". Once you do that the "APPLY" button becomes visible.

10.Click on the "Apply" button to complete your application.

11.Once you have applied for a vacancy, an automatic email will be sent to you confirming your application.

12.For the full instructions, please go to https://apps.stl-tsl.org/PHFOnline/Help/HowToApply.aspx.

It is not necessary at this stage to send copies of qualifications, previous employment contracts, entire publications, etc.

Only applicants who are under serious consideration will be contacted. The Tribunal is not in a position to respond to queries regarding information on the status of vacancies or unsolicited open applications.