Editorial Assistant (Bilingual with Focus Arabic)
Organizational Context
This position is within the Conference Management Section (CMS) of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), part of the UN Secretariat. The role supports the delivery of high-quality Arabic and English documents, ensuring linguistic precision and adherence to UN standards. The editorial assistant reports to a senior Reviser.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide essential editorial and translation support to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality Arabic and English documents for ESCWA. The incumbent will meticulously proofread, copy-prepare, and compare texts, ensuring linguistic precision, stylistic consistency, and adherence to United Nations standards. This involves critical post-editing of AI-generated translations and utilizing research tools to maintain accuracy and consistency. The role directly contributes to the clarity and effectiveness of official UN communications within the Western Asia region.
Responsibilities
Provide editorial and translation support, including thorough proofreading and copy preparation for various documents. Conduct detailed version comparisons between source and target texts to ensure accuracy and alignment. Maintain stylistic continuity, content accuracy, and conformity with United Nations grammar, style, and typography guidelines. Critically oversee and post-edit AI-generated translations from advanced tools and platforms to meet institutional quality standards. Utilize online research tools and databases to verify technical terminology and ensure text consistency. Perform other related language functions as required.
Work Experience
A minimum of four years of professional experience in language-related functions is required. This includes experience in translation, proofreading, or copy preparation.
Skills
Fluency in English and Arabic (speaking, reading, writing, understanding). Knowledge of French is desirable. Proficiency in using AI translation tools and computer-assisted translation platforms. Strong proofreading and copy-preparation skills. Ability to conduct meticulous version comparisons. Research skills for terminology verification. Understanding of UN grammar and style guidelines.