Coordinator (Programming and Language Support)

POSITION TITLE:ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsPROFESSIONAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT N O : IRC2270Issued on: 25 January 2013Deadline For Application: 22 February 2013Coordinator (Programming and LanguageSupport)Meeting Programming and DocumentationService, CPAMConference, Council and Protocol Affairs Division,CPAGRADE LEVEL: P-4DUTY STATION:DURATION :POST CODE/N O : 0030198CCOG CODE: 1.ORome, HQFixed Term: 2 yearsApplications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member countries are encouraged.Persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the overall supervision of the Chief, Meeting Programming and Documentation Service, the incumbent will be responsible for themanagement of CPAM’s language coordination activities related to the translation programming, reference, terminology, language technology andtranslation workflow. In particular, the incumbent will:supervise the language support group in accordance with translation practices within the UN system and advise on all documentation,meeting planning and multilingualism matters; anticipate impending issues;advise on effective planning, preparation and submission of documents and publications; establish timeframes for submission andprocessing, recommending ways in which to meet requirements effectively;ensure coordination of and manage the electronic workflow of the document-production process (e.g. translation and printing requests);establish priorities, propose solutions to production problems and exercise operational authority over the production system;oversee and monitor scheduling of translation requests of meeting documents, publications, official correspondence and administrativematerials;develop estimates for advance planning and forecasting of translation services required;develop and advise on strategies and policies, methods and good practices concerning the management of language resources and toolsrecommend solutions and improvements;prepare monthly budget reports on the financial resources of the Service’s budget concerning translation programming and languagesupport, and closely monitor financial performance; make recommendations on the best use of resources;develop, maintain and update the Service’s information systems and the corporate terminological tools; and ensure their widestdissemination;implement and manage the Computer-Assisted Translation systems and the Service’s Web-based applications as well as the installationand maintenance of new hardware and software equipment; ensure training of operators;represent the Organization in Inter-Agency meetings on computer-assisted translation and terminology issues;perform other related duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSCandidates should meet the following:University degree in languages or linguistics or related subjects, computer science and/or management/business administrationSeven years of relevant experience in the production of multilingual documents including experience in terminology/reference workWorking knowledge of two of the following: English, French or SpanishSELECTION CRITERIACandidates will be assessed against the following:Extent and relevance of experience in multilingual document productionProven ability to work with colleagues and partners in a multicultural settingDepth of knowledge of and working familiarity with programming, reference and terminology issues in international organizationsDepth of knowledge of and familiarity with subjects relevant to the work of the OrganizationExcellent communication skills, both orally and in writingAbility to prioritize plans ahead and work methodically to optimize resources and deliver work effectivelyDemonstrated supervisory skillsPlease note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different nationaland cultural backgrounds.* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to theextension of appointmentsREMUNERATIONA competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on thefollowing link: http://icsc.un.org/ADM213e 04/12

To apply: visit the iRecruitment website athttp://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/and complete the on-line applicationIn order for your application to be properly evaluated, please ensure that all sections of the on-line application arecompleted.Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to anyactivities or office of the organization.FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENTADM213e 04/12