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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE COMPANY:

 

At our client’s institute for global change, they work with political leaders around the world to drive change. Their mission is to help governments turn bold ideas into reality, benefiting their people. They achieve this by advising on strategy, policy, and delivery, and leveraging the power of technology. By sharing their on-the-ground experiences, they aim to benefit a wider audience. Their goal is to build open, inclusive, and prosperous countries for people everywhere.

 

They are a diverse global team of nearly 800 changemakers, operating in over 30 countries across five continents. This team consists of political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists, and more, speaking over 45 languages. Currently, they are involved in over 100 projects, addressing some of the world’s most significant challenges.

 

Believing in the strength of diversity in background and perspective, especially in a world of complex challenges, the institute prides itself on a culture that values and nurtures differences. They are committed to unlocking potential, not only for the countries they serve but also for each team member. They welcome anyone passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics to join them in building a better future.

 

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE COMPANY:

At our client’s institute for global change, they work with political leaders around the world to drive change. Their mission is to help governments turn bold ideas into reality, benefiting their people. They achieve this by advising on strategy, policy, and delivery, and leveraging the power of technology. By sharing their on-the-ground experiences, they aim to benefit a wider audience. Their goal is to build open, inclusive, and prosperous countries for people everywhere.

 

They are a diverse global team of nearly 800 changemakers, operating in over 30 countries across five continents. This team consists of political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists, and more, speaking over 45 languages. Currently, they are involved in over 100 projects, addressing some of the world’s most significant challenges.

 

Believing in the strength of diversity in background and perspective, especially in a world of complex challenges, the institute prides itself on a culture that values and nurtures differences. They are committed to unlocking potential, not only for the countries they serve but also for each team member. They welcome anyone passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics to join them in building a better future.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES:

 

Professionally translating between English and Arabic business and technical documents, ensuring that the meaning of the source text is retained, including:

 

• Provide accurate and timely translation of a wide range of documents from both Arabic to English and English to Arabic, maintaining the original meaning, tone and context.  Documents to translate include, client proposals and presentations, internal presentations and other business related documentation.
• Proofread and edit translations for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of linguistic and cultural nuances in both languages to ensure accurate translation and adhere to industry quality standards to ensure all work follows legal and ethical obligations.
• Work with the Business Development team to translate client proposals and other relevant materials.
• Liaise with project teams to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately.
• Work closely with project managers and other team members to understand project needs, timelines, and deliverables.
• Communicate efficiently and provide translation progress updates.

• Coordinate with external translation providers, if necessary, to ensure timely and accurate delivery of work.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in a professional manner.
• Research legal, technical and scientific phraseology to find the correct translation.
• Retain and develop knowledge on specialist areas of translation.

 

GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

The individual should work to the highest standards with a keen attention to detail and should be able to demonstrate the majority of the following:

 

• The successful candidate will be a citizen of Saudi Arabia.
• An ability to work in an organised and methodical manner and ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Strong sense of ethics and discretion required.
• Exceptional communication skills in English (written and spoken) and native in Arabic.
• Highly organized, operates well within a team, as well as independently.
• Professional, tactful and able to engage with colleagues at all levels.
• Keen to work in a fast-paced, dynamic client-facing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to deal with people at all levels across a multicultural environment, both directly and virtually.
• Flexible attitude, hard-working and results driven.

Employment Status

Full Time

Experience Requirements

Any