Acuerdo a Largo Plazo - Servicios de Interpretación en Lengua de Señas Peruana (LSP), Perú/LAC, 3 años
Organizational Context
UNICEF is dedicated to ensuring the rights of all children and adolescents, promoting inclusion, equity, and universal access to information and services. As part of its commitment to the inclusion of people with hearing disabilities, UNICEF requires interpretation services in Peruvian Sign Language (LSP) to ensure accessibility in institutional activities.
Job Purpose
UNICEF seeks to establish one or more Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) for Peruvian Sign Language (LSP) interpretation services. These agreements will be non-binding, with a fixed validity period, terms of reference, and unit prices, initially for one year with possible extensions up to three years based on satisfactory performance. The LTAs will cover interpretation from Spanish to LSP and vice versa for various institutional events, meetings, training sessions, workshops, and communication campaigns. Services may be required in person in Peru, virtually, or in a hybrid format, depending on UNICEF's needs. The goal is to ensure effective communication and full participation of individuals with hearing disabilities in all UNICEF-related activities, upholding the organization's commitment to inclusion and equity.
Responsibilities
Interpret from Spanish to Peruvian Sign Language (LSP) and vice versa during meetings, workshops, training sessions, conferences, public events, and other institutional activities. Coordinate in advance with the organizing team to understand the objectives, agenda, materials, and specific terminology for each activity. Review documentation and reference materials provided by UNICEF before each session. Ensure accurate, neutral, ethical, and culturally appropriate interpretation. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding information handled during activities. Participate in preparatory meetings as required. Adapt interpretation for virtual formats using digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or others. Submit a fee schedule detailing rates for interpretation per hour or fraction thereof, half-day (4 hours), full-day (8 hours), and for virtual and hybrid modalities. Provide contact information for other Peruvian Sign Language interpreters with whom you work, who must also apply. Services may be conducted in person in Lima or other regions of Peru, virtually via digital platforms, or in a hybrid modality as needed by UNICEF. All services under the LTA will be all-inclusive, with the professional covering any unforeseen expenses.
Work Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in Peruvian Sign Language interpretation. Experience interpreting for institutional events, training sessions, conferences, or public forums is required. Desirable experience working with international organizations, public entities, civil society organizations, or development projects.
Skills
Excellent command of Peruvian Sign Language and Spanish, Interpretation for institutional events, Interpretation for training sessions, Interpretation for conferences, Interpretation for public forums, Interpersonal communication skills, Adaptability to virtual platforms, Confidentiality, Coordination with organizing teams, Review of documentation, Ethical interpretation practices, Cultural appropriateness