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Manager, Language Services Division #Jeddah


تاريخ الاعلان: قبل 9 سنة | تاريخ الانتهاء: 7 سنة


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Role Purpose: To provide the leadership, direction and coordination of activities for the Language Services Division. Take the day-to-day operational decisions, ensuring the Division achieves its results and that it fully contributes to the delivery of the Language Secretariat Department goals. Provide translation and interpretation services in order to facilitate communication between Board members, Member Country representatives (including gove
ment representatives), Heads of Group Institutions and Departments of the IDB Group such that aforementioned stakeholders are equipped with sufficient information to perform their duties. Ensure high quality translations are provided in a timely and efficient manner for all Board and Committee meetings of IDB Group. Key Accountabilities and Activities: Strategy Implementation and Operational Management Participate in the development of the Secretariat Department strategy, budget and business planning processes Create and implement actionable Language Services Division short to medium term operational plans and budgets with operational KPIs linked to the Department strategy Coordinate the Language Services Division’s activities so that it effectively utilises its resources, manages its priorities, and is able to be both responsive and proactive Manage, monitor and evaluate the Language Services Division’s on-going performance and quality of its outputs and services, identifying and initiating actions for improvement and innovation Build and develop productive inter-Divisional working relationships within IDB Group and with exte
al partners for joint working and knowledge sharing Provide regular management reports with analysis and comment on Language Services Divisional performance and results. Policy Development Establish standards for the provision of high quality and cost effective translation services (including but not limited to English, Arabic, Tajik, Somali, French, Dutch, Indonesian, Malay, Turkish) to the IDB Group to ensure IDB Group stakeholders have access to appropriate information Design a process to determine which IDB Group and exte
al documents require translation, and the language and level of translation required by the document to ensure relevant stakeholders (inte
al and exte
al) have access to appropriate documentation Build and maintain a database and roster of translators and interpreters to ensure adequate supply of well-qualified translators in required languages (including but not limited to English, Arabic, Tajik, Somali, French, Dutch, Indonesian, Malay, Turkish) Lead the development of a database to assist freelancers in accessing and using proper Bank terminology and standards, references, and related subject matter materials, to facilitate their understanding of original documents and IDB-specific issues. Translation Services Manage the provision of translation services of written documentation (including but not limited to English, Arabic, Tajik, Somali, French, Dutch, Indonesian, Malay, Turkish) for meetings, conferences and other events of the Board of Gove
ors and Board of Executive Directors ensuring accurate, knowledgeable translations that reflect the nuances, tone, and sophistication of terminology Ensure translation of Board documentation including memos, briefs, minutes of meetings, reports and other documents ensuring their accuracy and timely delivery Manage translation of relevant documentation (including scientific, technical, legal and commercial) to facilitate effective communication with IDB Group member countries Ensure translators stay current with Bank-specific terminology and preferences through reading and attending seminars sponsored by the Bank, etc. Interpretation Services Manage the provision interpretation of services to convert spoken statements from one language to another,(including but not limited to English, Arabic, Tajik, Devehi, Somali, French, Dutch, Indonesian, Malay, Turkish) for meetings, conferences and other events of the Board of Gove
ors and Board of Executive Directors ensuring accurate, knowledgeable translations that reflect the nuances, tone, and sophistication of terminology Ensure Interpreters participate in Board meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and project visits etc. as required to provide interpretation services such that participants are able to communicate in a common language Ensure Interpreters stay current with IDB Group-specific terminology and preferences through reading and attending seminars sponsored by the Bank, etc. People Management Generate commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to the Language Division’s goals, and guide Division members through periods of change or uncertainty Provide clear direction, prioritise tasks, assign and delegate responsibility and monitor the workflow Plan, manage and review individual performance and provide regular feedback, development and coaching, taking prompt action where necessary Provide opportunities for Division members to suggest, participate in and contribute to improvement, innovation and knowledge sharing initiatives Ensure the Language Division complies with IDB’s policies, processes, practices and systems. Knowledge Sharing and Innovation Ensure the Division continually improve contribution through new ideas and greater output Introduce process innovation and professional development in order to boost efficiencies in the Division through a Quality Assurance & Improvement Program in accordance with the best practice Take every opportunity to transfer knowledge and share materials that may be helpful to colleagues. Reporting and Communications Maintain regular contact and develop close relations with the print and television media Provide regular management reports that include on the one hand insights, analysis and forecasts on the Division’s performance and results and on the other hand the situation, developments, and perspectives Collaborate with other Division Managers and the Department Director to draft the Language Services Chapter for insertion into the Bank’s Annual Report Communicate intended results, results achieved, performance, and lessons lea
t within the Division as well as to the Management, relevant bodies, partners and other key stakeholders. Qualification / Experience: Degree in Languages/ Business Management /or equivalent 15 years experience in similar role/level with Bachelor 12 years experience in similar role/level with Masters 10 years with Doctorate Certification : Translation / Interpretation Certification. Languages: English required Arabic preferred French preferred Necessary Knowledge and Necessary Knowledge: Research and proofreading skills to ensure all materials are high-quality and accurate Advanced organisational, planning, and communication skills Displays strong resource planning and coordination skills to ensure translation/ interpretation support is provided as required Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills required to develop sustainable relationships with the IDB President, Gove
ors and Executive Directors Superior interpersonal skills required to develop sustainable relationships with the IDB Group Directors, and Division Managers, Gove
ors, Executive Directors and Directors. In depth knowledge of IDB policies and procedures, and understanding of Multilateral Development Bank context and terminology Understanding of translation processes to procure accurate and reflective translations.