Volunteer News Monitor and Translator

Phase 6-Monitoring, collecting and summarizing news articles for UN RCO Suriname

Attention! Please note that this is an Online Volunteering assignment. It's a short-term, task-based and non-contractual remote assignment; Online Volunteers are not UN Volunteers and do not receive any allowance or entitlements as part of the Online Volunteer assignment but receive a certificate of appreciation after successful completion. In addition, UNV is not involved in the selection process or collaboration.

Host entity: UNRCO SUR

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General

Description of assignment title: Phase 6-Monitoring, collecting and summarizing news articles for UN RCO Suriname

Assignment country: Suriname

Duration: 84 days

Sustainable Development Goal: 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Modality: Online

Work schedule: 16 - 20 hours per week

For how many hours per week will the volunteer be required?: 16 - 20 hours per week

Number of Assignments: 5

Details

Mission and objectives

UNRCO SUR organization mission TBD

Context

UN RCO is seeking five Online Volunteers to support daily news monitoring, collection, summarization, and translation of articles from reputable news sources under the immediate supervision of the RCO. These activities are essential for understanding perceptions of the UN and its work, identifying risks and opportunities, and informing decision-making, ultimately strengthening the UN’s positioning as a crucial partner in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals in Suriname. Volunteers will receive feedback on their collaboration and quality of work, a certificate of appreciation upon successful completion, and credit for their support where applicable.

Task type

Research data gathering

Task description

United Nations Office of the Resident Coordinator (RCO) in Suriname is seeking 5 Online Volunteers who, under the immediate supervision of the RCO, will support with day-to-day monitoring, collecting, summarizing, and translating of news articles from reputable news sources.

News monitoring and social listening are key activities to understand perceptions around the UN and its work, identify risks and opportunity, and inform decision-marking, among other goals. These activities are instrumental for strengthening the positioning of the United Nations in the country as a crucial partner for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals in Suriname.

Suriname: 5 volunteers (1-2 volunteers working per day on alternate shifts).

1. Monitoring: Track and gather relevant news reports daily from designated local, regional, and international sources.
2. Translation: Translate news articles from Dutch to English.
3. Summarizing: Provide clear and concise summaries of news reports, highlighting key developments.
4. Collaboration: Coordinate closely with team members to ensure comprehensive coverage and avoid duplication.
5. Reporting: Submit daily reports by 1:00 PM (Suriname time) to the designated focal point.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience: No experience required

Languages: Dutch, Level: Native language, Required; English, Level: Fluent, Required; Papiamento, Level: Fluent, Desirable

Required education level: Secondary education

Area(s) of expertise: Data science, information management, Artificial Intelligence, Monitoring, evaluation

Driving license: -

Skills and experience

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, languages, or a related field preferred.

Experience: At least one year of relevant experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing, translation, or a related field.

Research and analytical skills: Strong research, monitoring, and summarizing skills.

Translation skills: Proven ability to translate from Dutch to English while maintaining the original context and meaning.

Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and quality of translations, summaries, and written outputs.

Technical proficiency: Experience using computers and office software packages, including MS Word, Excel, and Google Docs, etc.

Time management: Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Additional asset: Previous experience in copy-editing, proofreading, or translation is desirable.