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UNDP / Published Jun 10, 2026
Simultaneous Translation for Women Experts Community in Climate Transparency
Online13. Climate action
We are seeking four Online Volunteers to provide simultaneous interpretation support for our virtual 1.5-hour kick-off meeting. The meeting is tentatively scheduled for 7 July 2026, Tuesday at 15:00 or 16:00 (Istanbul time / GMT+3). - Provide high-quality simultaneous interpretation during the 90-minute virtual sessio...
- Remote country
- Türkiye
- 1 - 5 hours per week
- Duration
- 7 days
- Deadline
- Jun 24, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Assignments
- 4
- available position(s)
Sustainable Development Goal
13. Climate action
Assignment
What the volunteer will do
Mission and objectives
Established in 1965, UNDP is the United Nations’ global development network, operating in nearly 170 countries and territories. Its mission is to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience to crises and shocks. The Istanbul Regional Hub (IRH) is UNDP’s primary knowledge and advisory center for the Europe and Central Asia region.
Context
This initiative supports the launch of a dedicated network for women experts working on climate transparency across francophone and lusophone African developing countries. Conceived as an informal knowledge-exchange and peer-learning space, this 1.5-hour virtual kick-off meeting aims to bring regional experts together to share localized insights and strengthen women's leadership in environmental governance.
In line with UNDP guidelines on regional collaboration and inclusive development, this pro bono online gathering serves as the foundational starting point for a sustainable, long-term community of practice. By ensuring smooth, multilingual communication, Online Volunteers will play a critical role in bridging language barriers, enabling equal participation, and ensuring that diverse regional perspectives are fully integrated into the global climate transparency dialogue.
Task description
We are seeking four Online Volunteers to provide simultaneous interpretation support for our virtual 1.5-hour kick-off meeting. The meeting is tentatively scheduled for 7 July 2026, Tuesday at 15:00 or 16:00 (Istanbul time / GMT+3).
- Provide high-quality simultaneous interpretation during the 90-minute virtual session (either French–English or Portuguese–English).
- Review provided materials in advance including meeting agendas, briefing notes, and relevant climate transparency terminology in advance to ensure accurate interpretation.
- Coordinate with the project team and fellow interpreters before and during the event to ensure smooth delivery and transitions during the session.
- Support inclusive and effective communication among participants from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Note: Online Volunteers are responsible for ensuring they have a stable internet connection, a functioning headset, and a quiet working environment during the scheduled meeting time.
Requirements
Eligibility and qualifications
- Age
- 18 - 80
- Education
- -
Languages
FrenchRequired
Native language
PortugueseRequired
Native language
EnglishRequired
Fluent
Skills and experience
Required Skills and Experience
- Fluent or native-level proficiency in English AND either French or Portuguese. (Candidates possessing strong command across all three languages are highly encouraged to apply).
- A university degree or professional certification in Translation, Interpretation, Linguistics, International Relations, Environmental Science, or a related field is an asset, though substantial practical experience will be heavily considered.
- Proven experience in providing simultaneous interpretation in virtual formats (e.g., Zoom interpretation channels, Microsoft Teams, or Webex).
- Strong familiarity with, or a solid understanding of, environmental terminology, climate change mechanisms, or climate transparency frameworks (e.g., Paris Agreement, ETF, GHGs).
- Excellent active listening, verbal communication, and quick-synthesis skills to accurately convey technical and nuanced discussions in real time.
- Access to a reliable, high-speed internet connection is required.
- A high-quality external headset/microphone and a quiet, distraction-free environment to ensure clear audio transmission during the live event is mandatory.
Desirable
- Commitment to gender equality, women's empowerment, and inclusive sustainable development.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a multicultural, virtual environment.
- High degree of reliability, punctuality, and organizational skills, including the ability to self-manage preparation and review technical briefs ahead of the session.