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Governmental Jobs in Ruiru, Kenya
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United Nation Office at Nairobi (UNON)
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United Nation Office at Nairobi (UNON)
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LANGUAGE SERVICES ASSISTANT - ARABIC
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Description
Role Overview
Reporting to the Team Leader of the Text Processing Unit, this role provides desktop publishing, document processing, data analysis, and administrative support to language managers and staff within UNON’s Arabic Language Unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Desktop Publishing & Document Processing: Proofread, scope, and format documents; create tables, graphics, and organizational charts; incorporate corrections and verify successive document versions against UN guidelines; align bitexts to build high-quality translation memories.
- Workflow & Administrative Support: Register incoming and outgoing documents, distribute work assignments, monitor progress, and manage electronic document transmissions; maintain activity and staff attendance records and respond to queries on language service procedures.
- Data Analytics & Information Materials: Collect and analyze operational data to prepare reports and presentations; assist with visual content and updates for web pages and brochures.
- Team Coordination & Training: Assist managers in organizing team workflows; cover varied shifts and cross-assignments as needed; master new language service technologies and train/guide junior staff on tools and processes.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required (a first-level university degree reduces required work experience).
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in desktop publishing (draft typing, copy editing, proofreading, design, typographical layout, or related area) with a high school diploma — OR 3 years of relevant experience with a first-level university degree.
- 1 or more years of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.
- Knowledge of UN editorial rules is desirable.
Languages:
- Arabic: Required at UN Level IV across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
- English: Required at UN Level III across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Selection & Recruitment Note: Open to local recruitment within commuting distance of Nairobi; shortlisted candidates may undergo a substantive assessment followed by a competency-based interview.
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