2026 Competitive examination for language positions: German Translators, P2

Org. Setting and ReportingThese positions are located at United Nations Headquarters in New York in the Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM). They are under the general supervision of the Chief of the German Translation Section. Further details can be found in the language careers section of the United Nations Careers Portal (https://www.un.org/dgacm/en/content/careers) and on the website of the German Translation Section (https://www.un.org/german). ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include: Translating, subject to revision, documents covering a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., in the political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical fields. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. EducationApplicants must hold at least a first-level degree or an equivalent qualification in translation, interpretation, modern languages or another relevant subject, such as law, economics or international relations, from a university or institution of equivalent status at which German is the principal language of instruction, or hold at least a first-level university degree from a recognized school of translation. Completion of an advanced degree (Master’s or postgraduate diploma) or PhD in translation, interpretation, modern languages or another relevant subject is preferred. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceNo experience is required but relevant work experience may be taken into consideration. Two or more years of practical experience in translation or a related field is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. German and either Spanish or French are required. Either Arabic or Russian or Chinese (Mandarin) is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).