French/English Bilingual Technical Translator
Scope of Work
USP is seeking Consultants to provide translation services (French/English) for written documents (e.g., project documents, reports) as well as simultaneous interpretation at meetings and workshops for project implementation in Francophone countries. This is a remote position where the consultant will be called to work on an as-needed basis, under specific Work Orders, and will report to the Consultant Supervisor listed on the respective Work Order.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide translation of key project documents, such as assessment reports, training reports, technical activity/progress reports and other communication materials for donor-funded projects in Francophone countries.
· Provide simultaneous interpretation for virtual meetings with stakeholders.
Deliverables:
· Translated documents.
· Activity-based report to USP program manager.
Qualifications
Education of translators:
· Bachelor’s degree in English Language (if native Francophone) or French Language (if native Anglophone) or interpretation/translation (French/English).
Experience:
· At least 5-years professional experience doing technical (medicines regulation and public health) translation for international agencies such as UN agencies, United States Government Agencies.
Knowledge:
· Must be proficient in English and French and possess excellent translation skills.
· Must have excellent writing skills.
· Certified professional translator.
· Basic knowledge of medicines regulation in Africa and public health issues/threats on the continent.
· High level of integrity and commitment to quality.
Period of Performance
The anticipated period of performance will be October 2022 to October 2024.
Interested candidates should submit a CV, 3-References, and hourly rate for interpretation, including word rate for document translation, to Pascal Echeverri, Senior Procurement Specialist, at GPH_Procurement@usp.org by the closing date of August 08, 2022.
When submitting their application candidates should write “French/English Bilingual Technical Translator” in the email subject line.
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines. We are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on for health are available when needed and work as expected. USP’s Global Health programs works with donors and partners in low- and middle-income countries to advance access to quality-assured essential medical products and strengthen supply chains to address critical global health threats such as COVID-19, tuberculosis, HIV and AIDS, and maternal and child health conditions.
