Translation and Proofreading of First Responder Training from English to Arabic
Organizational Context
The United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) Training and Development Section manages the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) First Responders Programme. This programme aims to enhance the capacity of UN personnel to provide immediate life-saving assistance during emergencies, especially where professional medical help may be delayed. UNDSS ensures trusted security leadership and solutions across UN operations globally.
Job Purpose
This role supports the translation and proofreading of updated Individual First Aid Kit First Responder Course (IFAK 2.1) materials from English to Arabic. The objective is to make these crucial training resources accessible to a wider range of UN personnel and instructors. The accurate translation of technical terms related to first aid, trauma management, and emergency response is critical for ensuring consistent and quality-assured delivery of life-saving training across the UN system, thereby strengthening the capacity of personnel in diverse operational environments.
Responsibilities
The Online Volunteer will translate and proofread IFAK 2.1 training materials (Instructor's Guide, Participant's Guide, presentations, assessments, Field Guide) from English to Arabic. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate reflection of original meaning, linguistic accuracy, grammar, readability, and consistency in terminology. The volunteer will maintain the original structure and formatting where possible, consult with the UNDSS team on clarifications, and incorporate revisions. One volunteer will focus on initial translation, the other on proofreading and quality assurance, with coordination as needed. The final deliverables will be accurate, proofread Arabic versions of the training materials.
Work Experience
While not strictly required, previous experience in translation and/or proofreading is highly desirable. Experience with technical materials such as training, medical, first aid, emergency response, humanitarian, or security content is a strong asset. Familiarity with UN terminology and multilingual training materials is also advantageous.
Skills
Excellent written proficiency in Arabic (native language) and English (fluent). Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency in terminology. Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines. Understanding of first aid, trauma management, and emergency response concepts is beneficial.