Written translator and proofreader Uzbek-English-Russian - Consultancy Category B

Project Context and Scope
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is supporting the Government of Uzbekistan in promoting safe and orderly migration through preparation, capacity building, and reintegration services. Under the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)-funded “Labour Migration Programme – Central Asia,” within this framework, the IOM provides support to multiple governmental partners.   Given the growing scope of IOM’s support to Uzbekistan’s labour migration, the project team produces a range of informational and outreach materials in local languages for migrants, stakeholders, and the general public. To ensure accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and accessibility, high-quality translation and proofreading services are required—helping to align IOM’s support with government priorities and reduce miscommunication risks.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing   Labour Mobility Division (LMD)

Tasks to be performed under this contract – under the direct supervision of Chief of Mission (CoM) and overall coordination from the Head of Units.

• Translating various migration-related materials from English/Russian to Uzbek language.
• Proofreading and editing translated texts to ensure they are grammatically correct, contextually appropriate, and consistent in tone and terminology.
• Adhering to terminology and language guidelines provided by the organization.
• Ensuring delivery of high-quality, ready-to-publish content within agreed deadlines.
• Incorporating feedback and suggested revisions from the project team.
• Participate and/or initiate meetings with the IOM, to discuss specific peculiarities of migration and counter−trafficking subjects, aiming to ensure good understanding of the topic, if needed.
• Participate and/or initiate meeting(s) with IOM to discuss specific peculiarities of set subjects, aiming to ensure good understanding of the topic, if needed; Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  High−quality translated materials and/proofreading services delivered

  Education, Experience, and/or Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, international relations, public administration, translation studies, political science, or a related field. 
  • At least 3 years of work experience in written translation services
  • Proven experience in professional translation and proofreading, preferably within the migration, development, or human rights sectors.
  • Familiarity with labour migration, mobility programs, or development cooperation is a strong asset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Uzbek, English and Russian
  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with c visual content tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite) is an advantage. Languages
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Uzbek, English and Russian IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Travel required
      • Travel is not anticipated  Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
        • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
        • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
        • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
        • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
        • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
          • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
          • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
          • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
          • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
          • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Notes
          • Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
        • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
      • IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
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