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La traduction automatique neuronale (TAN) est désormais incontournable dans le domaine de la traduction, de la traductologie et bien sûr de l’enseignement de la traduction. Les systèmes à base de corpus relèvent d’une « datafication » du monde en général et de la traduction en particulier. En amont, la TAn, comme sous-ensemble de l’intelligence artificielle, fait l’objet de recherches extrêmement actives et de développements qui ont un impact majeur sur le travail des professionnel.le.s d’aujourd’hui et de demain.

L’École de traduction et interprétation ISTI-Cooremans et son centre de recherche TRADITAL ont le plaisir de fêter la Saint-Jérôme en organisant un colloque à ce sujet. Le colloque a été organisé en collaboration avec l’université de Mons ; il aura profité du soutien financier de la faculté LTC et du FNRS. Nous remercions tout particulièrement la Commission européenne et l’EMT pour leur soutien financier et la précieuse participation de plusieurs de leurs membres.

La Fondation propose un ensemble original de sept modules d’habitation destinés à accueillir écrivain·es et traducteur·es en résidence pour des séjours à durée variable. Suspendues à la canopée ajourée abritant la Fondation, ces habitations, appelées « cabanes », offrent les conditions idéales à toute personne souhaitant commencer, poursuivre ou finaliser un projet d’écriture.

Ouverte à tout type d’écriture et à toutes les langues, la résidence accueille en priorité des écrivain·es et des traducteur·es. Les séjours, de durée variable, peuvent être effectués individuellement ou en binôme pour des projets où l’écriture croise d’autres disciplines. C’est ainsi une quarantaine d’auteur·es venus du monde entier, novices ou confirmé·es, qui bénéficient chaque année d’un temps dédié au développement d’un projet d’écriture.

Un pourcentage des résidences est réservé au nature writing, une forme de fiction ou de non-fiction créative qui sensibilise à la nature, prépare à un mode de vie durable, et aide à comprendre de façon profonde les interconnections socio environnementales et les conséquences des actions humaines sur la nature.

The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated the implementation of Work From Home (WFH) and Remote Simultaneous Interpretation (RSI) practices to a degree nobody could have imagined before. Today, many conference / simultaneous interpreters are unhappy with the impact that WFH has brought on the interpreting industry.

We all remember it very well. When an unknown virus started spreading around the word in the first trimester of 2020, everything changed in our lives: lockdowns were enforced and most people had to stay home. All of the sudden, Work From Home became the norm for a large number of professions – including interpreters.

What started as a temporary necessity still remains a reality more than a year after ‘normality’ was finally restored in many parts of the world; now many conference interpreters are revolting against the ‘normalisation’ of remote interpretation as they fear for the future of the profession.

So this begs the question: is RSI (Remote Simultaneous Interpreting) really endangering our industry? What’s the future for conference interpreters?

Les interprètes et traducteurs de Côte d’Ivoire réunis au sein de l’Association des interprètes et traducteurs de Côte d'Ivoire (Aitci) ont tenu leur Assemblée générale ordinaire le samedi 23 juillet 2022, dans un hôtel à Abidjan-Cocody.

Sahiri Lékpéli qui en est le président s’est félicité pour le nouveau mandat qui lui a été accordé par les membres. Avant de s'engager à mener à bien sa mission dans l’intérêt de la corporation.

Ses collaborateurs et lui ont d’ailleurs fait adopter un Plan d'actions pour la période 2022-2023 qui place en son cœur l'ancrage institutionnel de l'association et le rehaussement des performances professionnelles des membres par le renforcement des capacités et l'élaboration d'un code d'éthique et de déontologie, assorti d'un mécanisme de suivi.

A l’issue des travaux, plusieurs recommandations ont été faites par les participants à l’Ago. Il s’agit, entre autres, du renforcement de la transparence dans la gouvernance de l'association par la création d'un inspectorat général comme organe de contrôle de l'exécutif, l'adoption d'une feuille de route et d'un document de stratégie générale, et la relance du financement régulier de l'association par la réouverture des adhésions et des cotisations.

Il est bon d’indiquer que l’Association des interprètes et traducteurs de Côte d'Ivoire (Aitci) a en son sein une cinquantaine d’adhérents dont une trentaine de membres actifs.

You can now attend scheduled Microsoft Teams meetings even if you don’t understand the languages your fellow participants are speaking.

The new solution, developed by Microsoft in partnership with the Welsh Government, allows designated interpreters to translate what is being said during a scheduled Teams meeting, and attendees can choose which language they want to listen to, in real-time. They are also able to switch between languages during the meeting.

The feature is another addition to Teams’ functionality. It will benefit public bodies and organisations that host scheduled meetings in different, sometimes multiple, languages, ensuring they are inclusive and attendees can understand what is being said.

The launch of live human translation between different languages on scheduled Teams calls has been welcomed by the Welsh Government.

The Welsh Government’s Chief Digital Officer, Glyn Jones, said the new Teams feature will be crucial for them.

“I don’t think you can underestimate the impact this will have on organisations that operate bilingually or multilingually,” he said. “We’ve had really positive feedback from the people who’ve tested it with us. The interpreters and the people listening think it’s great.

“Wales is bilingual. We speak Welsh and we speak English. This new functionality will help us use our Welsh more than we’ve been able to during COVID-19. I’m sure we’ll see more people using Welsh in meetings than was ever the case before the pandemic — that’s my ambition.”

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, interpreters spent time and money travelling across Wales to attend meetings and interpret them for anyone in the room listening on headsets. When meetings moved online, some interpreters devised a workaround. They observed a Teams video meeting and provided simultaneous interpretation via a telephone line.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Language Services Division (LS) of the IMF´s Corporate Services & Facilities Department (CSF) which plays a critical role in supporting the mandate of the IMF, a global international organization established in 1944 to further international economic cooperation among its 190 member countries.

CSF/LS is seeking a Translation Coordination Assistant (TCA) who will be responsible for coordinating all translation projects, including publications and digital content; monitoring progress to ensure accurate and timely completion and delivery; and providing customer service. The successful candidate will work under the general direction of the Chief Translator and supervision of the Section Chief of Translation Coordination Center (TCC) to support the translation sections by preparing files to be used in computer-assisted translation (CAT) environment, which includes performing document analysis, providing pre-translation using SDL Studio while managing all requests in the Translation Management System (TMS). Also, providing references using modern translation technology tools or existing databases. Coordinate and manage the translation and production of flagship and other publications which includes management/preparation of files to facilitate the use of CAT tools by translators and editors, and to streamline the desk-top-publishing (DTP) workflow. Provide language-specific assistance to the translation sections, including text processing, basic proofreading, or alignment of documents to be uploaded in translation memories and performing basic DTP as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

• A university degree or work experience gained in a related field in language, computer science, business, or related area of study.
• Bilingual (French and Arabic). Native or near native proficiency in French or Arabic, and excellent working knowledge of English.
• Experience in translation project management.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with standard computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools (SDL in particular), translation management systems (TMS, Plunet in particular), machine translation technology, and content management systems.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft tools including MS word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
• Knowledge of DTP tools such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, or Adobe Illustrator.
• In-depth knowledge of web-based systems including those used for video and digital content creation and editing (e.g., SRT Edit Pro-Make and Edit, other video subtitling software).
• Attention to detail and ability to keep up with multiple deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in teams and to manage multiple, fast-paced demands effectively.
• Excellent judgment and self-motivation.

How to apply

Please use this link Careers (myworkdayjobs.com)

The Legal Officer/Translator will be under the direct supervision of appointed international Legal Reform Adviser and will report to him/her.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To provide legal expertise and advice on legal issues related to the host country legal framework, including advice on host country regulatory and other instruments, mechanisms and arrangements;
• To prepare, under the guidance of the Advisers, draft documents on legal issues pertaining to the implementation of EUCAP`s Mandate;
• To conduct research on legal issues related to public international law and relevant host country law;
• To assist the Advisers in all areas of their respective work, including liaising with local interlocutors, assisting in the preparation and delivery of legal training courses, the organization of workshops and other events;
• To translate legal documents from Somali into English and vice versa;
• To provide interpretation services in meetings with Somali interlocutors;
• To prepare talking points for the Advisers ahead of meetings with Somali interlocutors;
• To prepare and participate in meetings, conferences and other events, preparing meeting reports;
• To maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with assigned tasks and responsibilities, as well as with all EUCAP documents and information;
• Contribute to mission reporting in the area of competence;
• Contribute to the identification of lessons and best practice in the area of competence;
• Take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.

Essentials Qualifications and Experience:

• Successful completion of university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma. The qualification should be in Law or equivalent/related field, such as human rights or political science;

AND

• After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, in practice of law in an international organization, government, private company or a law firm, with substantial experience in international, administrative, public and regulatory law matters;

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of functions and practices of the host country and other Rule of Law systems;
• Knowledge of local legal terminology;
• Strong organizational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks in an energetic environment with multiple priorities;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, in difficult circumstances, as well as ability to communicate with personnel at all operational and strategic levels;
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Exemplary writing and editing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet;
• Excellent communication and analytical skills in both written and spoken English and Somali language;
• Teamwork oriented;
• Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master Degree in Law;
• Diploma or certificate in English Language skills, in both translation and interpretation, for example IELTS certificate or equivalent academic or professional training, evidenced by a certificate;
• Previous professional experience working in an international organization;
• Knowledge of maritime issues in the host country and at international level;
• Knowledge of relevant jurisprudence in the host country;
• Knowledge of European Security Defence Policy (ESDP) Missions and EUCAP activities in Somalia;
• Additional language skills are desirable;
• Good presentation skills;
• Ability to work without supervision, complete assigned tasks within strict deadlines and consistently maintain quality and accuracy in performance of duties;
• Able to maintain a clean, safe and hazard free working environment. Meticulous time keeping, and ability and willingness to work additional hours if required.

Special Note:

• Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical check.

How to apply

• Application form can be downloaded from http://www.eucap-som.eu/eucap- jobs/; • Send filled in application to jobs@eucap-som.eu electronically only; • Applications will be considered only when using the Application Form (AF), indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for; • Please, fill in only one application form containing maximum 2 positions you apply for; • More than one application form will not be accepted from the same applicant, in case more than one is sent, the earliest will be taken into consideration; • Applications should be filled in English; • Only duly filled in English application forms will be accepted; • Should you need additional employment records, you can modify the application form accordingly; • All other forms of applications and/or after deadline submissions will be disregarded; • None of the documents submitted will be returned;2/14 • Due to the high number of applications received in each selection procedure, only shortlisted candidates invited for the interview phase will be contacted.

Le nouveau numéro de Circuit, le magazine en ligne de l’OTTIAQ, vient de paraître. Au sommaire : un dossier sur la traduction épicène, non genrée et inclusive.

Le numéro de l’été de Circuit propose aux langagiers un exercice d’introspection afin d’adapter leurs pratiques professionnelles aux exigences d’« inclusion de tous les êtres humains ».

Ainsi, d’aucuns y trouveront des pistes de réflexion sur l’emploi du langage inclusif en traduction, en français et en anglais pour « dépasser la binarité ». Et, visiblement, l’espagnol n’est pas en reste comme en témoignent les préconisations du rapport de l’Académie royale espagnole, aussi mentionnées.

D’autres pourront explorer la sémantique rattachée au mot « épicène ». Quant aux plus pragmatiques d’entre nous, ils apprendront concrètement à traduire le genre des titres des fonctions de l’anglais vers le français.

En outre, ce dernier numéro de Circuit fait aussi la part belle à la stylistique comparée, vecteur d’équité et de diversité dans les organisations canadiennes.

Nous apprendrons également que l’écriture inclusive peut-être utilisée comme un instrument de décolonisation.

Bref, le développement de pratiques linguistiques renouvelées, dans lesquelles les langagiers prennent leur place, favoriserait l’inclusion, voire la production de contre-discours. Tout un programme!

Amnesty International's Language Resource Centre

As part of the Directorate of the Deputy Secretary-General, the Language Resource Centre (LRC) provides expert language and production services to the International Secretariat and the Movement. It leverages language skills, shares knowledge and streamlines operations to ensure the most effective and strategic use of language and production funding and resources. It does this by delivering high quality content and services, promoting best practices in the field of language and applying an innovative, multi-disciplinary approach.

English to Spanish professional freelance translators experienced in the Human Rights field

Skills and experience

The LRC is seeking English into Spanish senior freelance translators to join their pool of external resources. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Spanish as mother tongue and deep knowledge of and fluency in English.
• Good grammatical and lexical knowledge, as well as cultural and subject knowledge, and documentation and transfer ability in the two languages.
• Acute sensitivity to nuance, attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• Understanding of editorial quality standards.
• Solid experience with state-of-the-art translation technology (CAT Tools, including terminology management).
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and as a part of a freelance team.

Field/s of specialization

Current affairs and international relations, international human rights law and international humanitarian law, human rights mechanisms, campaigns and human rights education, media, digital content, financial/legal.

Educational background

Degree in Translation, Foreign languages, Journalism, Law or Marketing and Communication (or equivalent).

Assessment information

Please note that the selected candidates will be requested to undergo an unpaid translation test of approximately 500 words.

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Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

• more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
• more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

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