The posting
Job Description
Tiered Approach
In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using a tiered application process whereby:
- Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated or not renewed during 2026.
- Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA) appointments
- Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
- Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and other agencies, and other external candidates
Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.
Background
UNDP is the United Nations’ lead agency on international development, working in 170 countries and territories to help people build better lives while protecting the planet. For 60 years, UNDP has supported countries to make progress on the issues that matter most, with human development at the core of its mandate. Our work is built on trust and long-term partnerships with governments, communities and organizations at every level.
Operating in a Middle-Income Country brings its own set of complexities and opportunities. With 70% of the Indonesian economy directly or indirectly reliant on its natural resources, the link between nature, climate, jobs, and economic empowerment become critical. UNDP Indonesia works with Indonesian partners to deliver an ambitious programme, fully aligned to the national priorities of Indonesia. UNDP’s past experiences and support include innovative sustainable financing, digital health, energy transition and climate policies, improved service delivery that leaves no one behind. Enablers and multipliers such as digitalization and Artificial Intelligence are at the core of its efforts. Building on its vast and long experiences, and the knowledge of its entire team of professionals, UNDP Indonesia demonstrate its thought-leadership and translate knowledge into policy advice, investment opportunities and scalable solutions for Indonesia’s critical development priorities.
The strategic priorities of UNDP Indonesia for its current Country Programme 2026 -2030 are encapsulated under three outcome areas:
(1) Human Development
(2) Nature, Decarbonisation and Resilience
(3) Economic and Digital Transformation
This position is located primarily in Communication Unit under overall guidance of the Head of Communication. The team has identified a growing need for effective communication across various language barriers. To ensure accurate and efficient exchange of information, the team aims to establish a comprehensive framework for interpretation, translation, and editing services. This will enhance the overall quality and accessibility of documents and reports, enabling seamless communication within and outside the organization.
The position is designed to provide high-quality interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and other official gatherings to ensure effective cross-language communication. The post holder is also expected to facilitate accurate and timely translation of various documents, particularly large reports, to enable broader accessibility and understanding. And he/she is expected to enhance the quality and coherence of English language documents through professional editing, ensuring clarity and consistency in content.
Duties and Responsibilities
Translation Services focusing on the following results:
• Translation various reports, official documents, and correspondences including technical documents.
• Linguistic and cultural adaptation to ensure accurate conveyance of messages.
• Production of 100% accurate translation from Indonesia language to English or vice versa of various documents, written/ recorded speeches, talking points, presentations, brochures, fact sheets, reports, website content, press releases, etc. as assigned b UNDP.
• Utilization of the appropriate terminology considering the style and nuances of the original text. Areas frequently covered by such documents include legal, public relations and Business, and technical texts, etc.
• Corrections as required by UNDP or its partners and re-submission of corrected text within the agreed timeframe.
Interpretation Services focusing on the following results:
• Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation provided during project events, including ceremonies, workshops, webinars, trainings, conferences, and community information events.
• Consecutive and simultaneous interpretation provided during technical working group meetings and meetings between international advisers/experts or UNDP representatives and local counterparts.
English Editing Services focusing on the following results:
• Comprehensive editing and proofreading of publications, reports, documents, and presentations to ensure clarity, coherence, grammatical accuracy, and formatting consistency.
• Quality review of translated and edited materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and error-free final outputs.
• Identification and mitigation of language-service risks, including contingency measures for unforeseen challenges or delays.
• Provision of advice to colleagues to use gender sensitive language in translation.
The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that:
• Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions;
• Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with "Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP";
• Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, gender are respected within all implementations including data production;
• Differentiated needs of women and men are considered;
• Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations, in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created;
• Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Institutional Arrangement
Under the overall guidance of the Head of Communication will provide the interpretation and translation services on an ongoing basis, adhering to the specific timelines of the events and document submissions.
Editing services will follow a predefined schedule to ensure timely completion without compromising quality.
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results:
LEVEL 1: Plans andmonitors own work,pays attention todetails, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously:
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, sharesknowledge, learns frommistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility:
LEVEL 1:Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination:
LEVEL 1: Shows driveand motivation, ableto deliver calmlyin face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner:
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross Functional and Technical Competencies
Thematic Area
Name
Definition
2030 Agenda: People
Gender
Gender Mainstreaming
Ethics
UN policy knowledge - ethics
Knowledgeand understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
2030 Agenda: People
Gender
UNDP's Gender Equality Seal Initiative
Communication
Digital literacy
Ability to apply terms and concepts from digital communications in
daily work
Communications
Multimedia writing/editing
Ability to create and/or edit written
content in different UN languages.
Business Management
Communication
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Business Management
Digital Awareness and Literacy
Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed.
Required Skills and Experience
Min. Academic Education
• Secondary education is required.
• University Degree (Bachelor's degree) in social studies or other fields will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.
Min. years of relevant Work experience Minimum 6 years (with Secondary Education) or 3 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in translation or interpretation or editing, or other language services.
Required skills
• Experience in performing translation services is required.
• Experience in Consecutive Interpretation Services/ Simultaneous Interpretation services is required.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to prepare clear and professional reports.
Desired additional skills and competencies
• Demonstrated experience in translating and/or editing technical, legal, public relations, business, or development-related materials.
• Demonstrated experience in English editing, proofreading, and quality assurance of publications, reports, presentations, or other professional materials.
• Experience in linguistic and cultural adaptation/localization, including appropriate terminology, style, and contextual nuances between Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Experience in applying gender-sensitive and inclusive language in translation and/or editing is an asset.
• Experience with UNDP, another UN entity, or other international/development organizations is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing assignments and deliver accurate, high-quality language products within agreed deadlines and with minimum supervision.
• Proficiency in digital and office productivity tools, including web-based platforms used to support translation, editing, document management, and quality assurance.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI-enabled tools responsibly to support translation, editing, proofreading, terminology consistency, while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and appropriate handling of information.
Required Language(s) (at working level)
Fluency in Indonesia and English is required.
Professional Certificates
Professional certification as a translator and/or interpreter, including HPI certification or recognized sworn translator credentials, is an asset.
Certification as Sworn Translator is an asset
Expected starting date 1 January 2027 Expected Duration 24 days within 3 months (part time )
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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