Translation project coordinator (Spanish)

Description

6 month-mission starting in July
- You have solid experience in translation project coordination

International organisation based in Geneva.

Translation/Revision

Translate documents from English to Spanish, coordinating with external contractors for larger projects
Translate short texts and urgent documents as needed
Revise and proofread Spanish translations for quality and consistency
Provide feedback and training to internal and external translators
Post-edit machine-generated translations to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Collaborate with client teams on content and terminology
Ensure translated content aligns with approved messaging
Maintain the Spanish section of the translation database to support consistency and speed
Test and manage new translation tools and technologies

Coordination

Manage the roster of external translators: assign tasks, collect quotes, support onboarding, and track availability
Oversee translation-related purchase orders, quotes, invoices, and budgets
Review translation requests, clarify scope and target languages, and confirm document readiness
Prepare documents for translation, including formatting and pre-processing
Finalize translated documents, ensuring proper layout and presentation
Manage translation workflows and assign projects in multiple languages
Coordinate timelines and delivery schedules with clients
Track and manage document versions for complex or evolving projects
Maintain and optimize CAT tools to improve translation quality and efficiency
Provide technical support for CAT tools and liaise with software providers
Support the Translations Lead with administrative tasks
Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Translation/Revision

At least 5 years of experience as a translator/reviser, preferably in health, science, finance, or legal fields
Strong expertise in computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools
Experience managing glossaries and translation memories

Coordination

At least 2 years of experience as a translation project manager
Proven ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders
Familiarity with project management systems, including client portals and workflow tools
Experience tracking and processing invoices within financial systems

6 month-mission starting in July.

Quote job ref

JN-062025-6761711

Job Function

Public Sector & Not for Profit

Specialisation

Project Assistant

Industry

Not For Profit

Location

Geneva

Contract Type

Interim

Job Reference

JN-062025-6761711