INTERNATIONAL MARTIME ORGANIZATION (IMO)
TECHNICAL WRITER (P.3), ENGLISH TRANSLATION SECTION,
CONFERENCE DIVISION
Circular Letter No. 3013
Vacancy announcement number: V.N. 09-08
Admin Number: ADMIN/09/51
Section/Division: English Translation, Conference
Date of Issue: 3 December 2009
Deadline for applications: 7 January 2010
Date for Entry on Duty: As soon as possible
Purpose of the post
Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Section, the successful candidate will be
responsible for writing and editing of draft texts of speeches for delivery by the Secretary-General and Directors. In addition, the candidate will assist in the facilitation and promotion of best writing practices within the Secretariat.
For a full job description, click here.
Required competencies
The successful candidate will have:
a) Analytical abilities; sensitivity of judgment with regard to complex issues;
b) Communication skills adapted to a multi-national and multi-cultural work environment;
c) Proven ability to perform under pressure; sensitivity to confidentiality requirements;
d) Teamwork; ability to be proactive and accountable in a collaborative context.
Professional Experience
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, preferably within the framework of the United Nations Common System or an international organization.
Education
Hold a university degree or equivalent in translation, languages or a relevant technical field, knowledge of maritime technical terminology and regulatory instruments will be an Advantage.
Language Skills
Must have a perfect command of English, knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Other Skills
Knowledge of relevant word processing software and MS Office Applications especially Word and PowerPoint.
Salary and Contract Information:
For information on the salary and entitlements and the type of contract, please click here.
How to apply
This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. The IMO seeks to increase the number of women at all levels and women, particularly, are therefore invited to apply.
Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter stating the reasons for applying and relevant experience to the post and must be accompanied by an up to date Personal History Form (also available from our website www.imo.org) and should be sent to the following e-mail address: recruitment@imo.org.
Candidates may also send applications to:
Recruitment, Human Resources Services
International Maritime Organization
4, Albert Embankment
London SE1 7SR
United Kingdom
Please do not send applications via multiple routes.
Your application will be acknowledged only in the case that you are short-listed for interview.
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Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
UNU-ONY Internship Opportunity
UNU-ONY Internship Opportunity
The United Nations University Office at the United Nations in New York (UNU-ONY) is recruiting an intern for the session running from March 19, 2007 to July 31, 2007. Interns whose term with the UN Internship Programme will expire in mid-March are encouraged to apply. The deadline for receiving applications has been extended to March 12, 2007.
Description:
The internship is a full-time commitment and is not paid.
UNU-ONY liaises with the UN Secretariat, the Permanent Missions, American academia and foundations in five areas of activities:
* Dissemination/communication: Showcasing the work of UNU, particularly through public events organized in the UN Secretariat.
* Political and diplomatic linking: Helping to make UNU a stakeholder and full-fledged partner of the UN system, i.e., its agendas, processes and results.
* Academic interplay between UNU, the UN system, diplomatic missions to the UN and US academia: Helping to secure the intellectual and institutional voice of UNU in the UN system, with the diplomatic missions to the UN and academia in North America.
* Fundraising: Given its geographic proximity to numerous foundations in the New York-Washington D.C. areas, UNU-NY plays a role in fundraising. This role can be played at three levels: project level, programme (RTC/Ps) level, and the overall UNU system level.
* Administrative: UNU-NY plays an important role in administrative support and coordination (travel, personnel, procurement, finance) between the UNU System and the UN.
Intern responsibilities will range widely, encompassing aspects of all of UNU-ONY's work in New York. Specific tasks may include:
* Facilitating public seminars and invitation-only forums, including dealing with content, logistics, and marketing.
* Arranging for dissemination of UNU publications.
* Updating and improving UNU-ONY's website.
* Recruiting interns for the Fall session (August 2007-January 2008).
How to Apply:
Submit the following in a single email to lamis@ony.unu.edu (subject line: Spring07 Internship):
* Cover letter
* Resume/CV
* 1 - 3 page writing sample in English and another language of your choice (French preferable)
* Internship application form (Download from http://www.ony.unu.edu/Documents/Sp07internapp.doc )
The deadline for receiving applications is March 12, 2007.
Consult UNU-ONY's website http://www.ony.unu.edu or contact us directly if you have any questions.
Good luck,
Lamis Abdel-Aty
United Nations University , Office in New York
2 UN Plaza, Room DC2-2060, New York, NY 10017
Tel.: 212-963-6387
Fax: 212-371-9454
http://www.ony.unu.edu/
The United Nations University Office at the United Nations in New York (UNU-ONY) is recruiting an intern for the session running from March 19, 2007 to July 31, 2007. Interns whose term with the UN Internship Programme will expire in mid-March are encouraged to apply. The deadline for receiving applications has been extended to March 12, 2007.
Description:
The internship is a full-time commitment and is not paid.
UNU-ONY liaises with the UN Secretariat, the Permanent Missions, American academia and foundations in five areas of activities:
* Dissemination/communication: Showcasing the work of UNU, particularly through public events organized in the UN Secretariat.
* Political and diplomatic linking: Helping to make UNU a stakeholder and full-fledged partner of the UN system, i.e., its agendas, processes and results.
* Academic interplay between UNU, the UN system, diplomatic missions to the UN and US academia: Helping to secure the intellectual and institutional voice of UNU in the UN system, with the diplomatic missions to the UN and academia in North America.
* Fundraising: Given its geographic proximity to numerous foundations in the New York-Washington D.C. areas, UNU-NY plays a role in fundraising. This role can be played at three levels: project level, programme (RTC/Ps) level, and the overall UNU system level.
* Administrative: UNU-NY plays an important role in administrative support and coordination (travel, personnel, procurement, finance) between the UNU System and the UN.
Intern responsibilities will range widely, encompassing aspects of all of UNU-ONY's work in New York. Specific tasks may include:
* Facilitating public seminars and invitation-only forums, including dealing with content, logistics, and marketing.
* Arranging for dissemination of UNU publications.
* Updating and improving UNU-ONY's website.
* Recruiting interns for the Fall session (August 2007-January 2008).
How to Apply:
Submit the following in a single email to lamis@ony.unu.edu (subject line: Spring07 Internship):
* Cover letter
* Resume/CV
* 1 - 3 page writing sample in English and another language of your choice (French preferable)
* Internship application form (Download from http://www.ony.unu.edu/Document
The deadline for receiving applications is March 12, 2007.
Consult UNU-ONY's website http://www.ony.unu.edu or contact us directly if you have any questions.
Good luck,
Lamis Abdel-Aty
United Nations University , Office in New York
2 UN Plaza, Room DC2-2060, New York, NY 10017
Tel.: 212-963-6387
Fax: 212-371-9454
http://www.ony.unu.edu/
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Article: Kofi Annan's legacy of failure
I might have certain conservative ideals, but the work of the Heritage Foundation in regards to the United Nations is a tad bit disconcerting to say the least. One of the Foundation's "scholars", Nile Gardiner, took aim at outgoing UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan, and basically blew him to smithereens.
I'm not in a position to say much at all about the UN, but have some preliminary thoughts after reading his recent piece, "Kofi Annan's legacy of failure".
First off, the SG can only do what member states allow him to do. He has a mandate, and it is driven by the political will - or lack thereof - of member states.
Secondly, such scathing criticism of an international public servant is unwarranted simply by virtue of all that Annan has done to bring the cause of development and peace to the eyes and ears of the world's citizens. Never before has an SG done so much to bridge the great divide between the private sector and the public sector.
The Millennium Development Goals are yet another achievement worth celebrating, because at least now, countries are making the effort to eradicate this great scourge that has killed more people than any world war.
I could go on and on, but it upsets me to see all this criticism heaped on to the shoulders of someone who can only do so much. Maybe Gardiner's intellect can be better directed towards the deeds (or misdeeds?) of those in the Bush administration who would very much prefer to strangle the UN by threatening to withhold dues.
I'm not in a position to say much at all about the UN, but have some preliminary thoughts after reading his recent piece, "Kofi Annan's legacy of failure".
First off, the SG can only do what member states allow him to do. He has a mandate, and it is driven by the political will - or lack thereof - of member states.
Secondly, such scathing criticism of an international public servant is unwarranted simply by virtue of all that Annan has done to bring the cause of development and peace to the eyes and ears of the world's citizens. Never before has an SG done so much to bridge the great divide between the private sector and the public sector.
The Millennium Development Goals are yet another achievement worth celebrating, because at least now, countries are making the effort to eradicate this great scourge that has killed more people than any world war.
I could go on and on, but it upsets me to see all this criticism heaped on to the shoulders of someone who can only do so much. Maybe Gardiner's intellect can be better directed towards the deeds (or misdeeds?) of those in the Bush administration who would very much prefer to strangle the UN by threatening to withhold dues.
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