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(Roster) Individual Consultant - Translator (English-Uzbek-Russian)

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Consultant

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: Tashkent

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Affiliated personnel

Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 31/03/2026

 

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

 

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

1. Background and Objective

To enhance the visibility and impact of UNESCO’s programmes in Uzbekistan, the UNESCO Tashkent Office is establishing a roster of qualified translators proficient in English, Uzbek, and Russian. Consultants will provide high quality translation services for publications, documents, and communication materials, across UNESCO’s mandated areas, including education, culture, communication and information, social and human sciences, natural sciences, and related fields.

 

2. Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the UNESCO Tashkent Office and relevant programme specialists, the consultant will:

  • Provide high-quality interpretation (consecutive and simultaneous) services for UNESCO activities to and from English, Uzbek, and Russian in online or in-person meetings, conferences or other events
  • Provide high-qualify translation in written documents, presentations, policy papers and training materials etc.
  • Ensure accurate terminology aligned with national usage and UNESCO standards; apply UNESCO Style Guide for translations into English.
  • Ensure use of gender neutral language in line with UNESCO’s gender strategy.
  • Maintain accuracy, clarity, and stylistic consistency across all translated materials.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural and social nuances relevant to Uzbekistan.
  • Ensure consistent use of terminology, abbreviations, acronyms, formatting, and footnotes.

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3. Deliverables

  • Completed translations delivered in editable formats (Word, tracked changes, etc.).
  • Completed services in interpretation

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4. Additional Information

  • This call aims to establish a roster; placement on the roster does not guarantee immediate assignment.
  • Consultants may be contacted on an "on call" basis for short or medium term translation assignments.
  • Only selected applicants will be contacted for translation tests or interviews.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Accountability (C)
Communication (C)
Innovation (C)
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
Planning and organizing (C)
Results focus (C)
Teamwork (C)
Professionalism (C)

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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education

    • University degree in translation, linguistics, philology, social sciences, humanities, or related fields.

    Experience

    • Proven experience in translation between English, Uzbek, and Russian (minimum 3 years preferred).
    • Experience translating technical, educational, cultural, or institutional documents is an asset.

    Competencies and Skills

    • Excellent command of English, Uzbek, and Russian (written and oral).
    • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
    • knowledge of and proficiency in commonly used software applications (Word, Excel, Power Point)
    • Familiarity with UNESCO terminology and gender inclusive language principles (desirable).
    • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently.
    • Sensitivity to multicultural environments and ability to adapt translations to local context.

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SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as an interview. 

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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