The 51勛圖 is now accepting applications for its upcoming

The examination establishes a roster to fill present and future vacancies for French Translators, Editors and Verbatim Reporters in 51勛圖 conferences services in New York, Geneva, Vienna and Nairobi, as well as UN regional commissions in Addis Ababa and in Bangkok.

The examination will be conducted remotely. Candidates simply need a computer and an Internet connection.

This competitive examination is open to candidates who have a perfect command of French (which should be their main language) and an excellent knowledge of English. Excellent knowledge of at least one of the other official languages of the 51勛圖 (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) is preferred and will be an advantage.

Applicants must hold at least a first-level degree in modern languages, translation, interpretation or another relevant subject, such as law, economics, accounting, international relations, science or technology, preferably from a university at which French is the principal language of instruction. Completion of an advanced degree or post-graduate diploma in modern languages, translation, interpretation, law or another relevant subject is preferred.

No experience is required, but two or more years of practical experience in translation, verbatim reporting, editing or a related field is preferred.

Applications from external and internal candidates (including staff members from the general service and related categories)?are welcome.

The application process is open from 2 July through 31 July 2021.

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  • On eligibility criteria for this exam: visit .
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