Procurement Summary
Country : Lebanon
Summary : English-To-Arabic Translator
Deadline : 31 Mar 2024
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Notice Type : Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 98806568
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Competition : ICB
Financier : Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership : Public
Tender Value : Refer Document
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Tenders are invited for English-To-Arabic Translator (Framework Contract).
Closing Date: Sunday, 31. Mar 2024
Intervention Sector(s): Advocacy & Awareness, Democracy & Civic rights, Good governance and transparency
Remuneration range: 1000 to 2000 (USD)
Duration of Contract: April-December 2024
Assignment Description: English-to-Arabic translator to translate DRI-s publications, incl. monthly newsletters, policy papers, and various research and communications outputs.
Assignment Location: Home-based.
Employment Type: Long-term consultancy.
Assignment Period: April-December 2024.
How to apply: Please send the application documents to info.lebanon@democracy-reporting.org, cc-ing e.haddad@democracy-reporting.org, by 31 March 2024, 11:59 pm local time.
Background
Democracy Reporting International (DRI) is a non-partisan, independent, not-for-profit organisation registered in Berlin. DRI promotes the political participation of citizens, accountability of state bodies, and the development of democratic institutions worldwide. Democratic discourse is the basis of our mission and vision. In our work, we facilitate discussion and exchange about democratic government and the need for a continuous discourse adhering to democratic rules.
DRI has been active in Lebanon since 2016. We strengthen democracy by bringing it closer to people through effective local governance, improved transparency, and citizen participation.
In this context, DRI is looking for an English-to-Arabic translator to translate DRI-s publications, incl. monthly newsletters, a policy paper, and various research and communications outputs.
Your Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of DRI-s Country Representative, the English-to-Arabic translator will:
Provide a high-quality translation of all DRI Lebanon publications and knowledge products, e.g., monthly newsletters, policy papers, and all research and communications outputs.
Provide the final documents within an agreed and reasonable deadline. The timeline and delivery of outputs will be determined in coordination with DRI.
The translation will be validated by DRI before the payment is released.
All rights related to the produced document will become the propriety of DRI.
Your skills and experience
Advanced university degree in Arabic literature, translation, or other relevant fields;
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic;
A strong translation track record (minimum of 10 years);
Outstanding attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy;
Experience in working with international organisations, think tanks, or research centres;
Familiarity with the terminologies used in the fields of governance, the rule of law, political and legal reform, and democratisation in the Lebanese context;
Familiarity with the Lebanese context (legal, political, cultural, and social dimensions);
Ability to meet strict and tight deadlines;
Ability to reflect the essence of the translated text from English while maintaining a natural reflection and contextual relevance in Arabic is essential.
How to apply
How to submit your application
If you are interested in this position, please send your application to info.lebanon@democracy-reporting.org, cc-ing e.haddad@democracy-reporting.org, including the following documents:
Cover letter, mentioning your financial offer per page in Euros (250 words)
Curriculum Vitae
At least three samples of your work (political texts or publications on administrative reforms, governance etc.) which you translated, including the source text in English
Please include “ENAR Translator - Lebanon” in the subject line and refer to the source you have found this opportunity. Incomplete applications will be disregarded.
Due to the significant number of applications, we are unable to answer every candidate individually, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you are interested in being part of our Roster of Experts, kindly mention your consent in the email to keep your resume for future openings.
DRI is committed to diversity and does not discriminate in employment based upon gender (including pregnancy), race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, ability, socio-economic status, or any other status protected by the laws in the locations where we operate.
Closing date for applications is 31 March 2024, 11:59 pm local time (Beirut).
Organisation responsible for this vacancy:
Democracy Reporting International gGmbH
Elbestr. 28/29
12045 Berlin, Germany
Tel. +49 (30) 27 877 300
Fax +49 (30) 27 877 300-10
Data processing of personal data in third countries will not take place. We process your data in accordance with the provisions of § 26 German Federal Data Protection Act. More information about processing your personal data: privacy policy.
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