Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Arabic Verbatim Section, Verbatim Reporting Service, MPD/DGACM and the incumbent is under the general supervision of the Chief of the Verbatim Reporting Service, and directly under the Chief of the Arabic Verbatim Reporting Section.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Reviser-Verbatim Reporting will be responsible for the following duties (these duties are generic and may not be carried out by all Verbatim Reporting Revisers): Revises assigned portions of meeting records to produce records that are ready for issuance. Performs the duties of a Verbatim Reporter, as required, by transcribing and/or translating, on a self-revision basis, and revising assigned portions of meeting records. • Ensures conformity of the revised verbatim record with the original and/or other language versions, and with the United Nations established practice. • Fact checks assigned translation and/or transcription portions of meeting records and makes necessary corrections. • Edits the text as necessary for completeness and accuracy, making the required changes of style, syntax, grammar, and procedural language. • Reviews the final compiled revised record for quality control, as required. • Continuously learns how to make effective use of relevant language technologies and tools. • Contributes to the creation and review of terminology and reference materials, carrying out additional research as needed. • Provides feedback, advice and guidance to verbatim reporters under revision and to self-revising verbatim reporters, as needed, to help them achieve the expected level of proficiency. • Reports to Chief of Section on the quality of the work of verbatim reporters. • May serve as officer-in-charge of the Section in the absence of the Chief. • Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate good writing skills. Ability to demonstrate a high standard of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text when translating statements, with a good grasp of the subject matter. Ability to use appropriate sources of reference, engage in consultation and gather information relevant to the text at hand. Ability to work under pressure, maintain adequate speed and volume of output and write clearly on a broad range of subjects. Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration, versatility, good judgement, and discretion. Ability to exercise flexibility and adaptability and understand a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social legal, economic, administrative, scientific and technical subjects. Ability to adapt to and utilize new language technology tools. Ability to revise and improve the work of team members under revision. Ability to engage with team members under revision and provide them with appropriate advice and guidance. Ability to objectively assess team members’ work and report on it as needed. Ability to assign work to other team members as needed. Ability to efficiently organize team members’ work when acting as officer-in-charge. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for own mistakes and learns from them. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations Competitive Examination for Verbatim Reporters or Translators/Précis-writers, Editors and Verbatim Reporters

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of experience in verbatim reporting, of which three years preferably should have been in the United Nations or a similar international organization, is required. Proven experience in verbatim reporting on a self-revision basis is required

Languages

Must have a perfect command of Arabic, which must be the main language, and an excellent knowledge of English. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D- 2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. Applicants, who successfully go through a competitive recruitment process and are recommended for selection and/or inclusion in the roster of pre-approved candidates for subsequent job openings at the same level and with similar functions, may have their application information and roster status shared with other UN Organizations. Such applicants may be contacted by other UN Organizations for similar job openings, subject to the confirmation of their interest. Placement on the roster is no guarantee of a future selection. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D- 2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.