Editorial Consultant, French and Spanish

• Support preparation of terms of reference for French translation services
• Advise on selection and quality of the professional translation company
• Transmit the final English UN WWDR 2027 text for translation with clear instructions
• Serve as focal point with the translation company and handle terminology and technical queries
• Coordinate with the graphic designer to ensure French layout follows the English template
• Submit ready-to-print French files according to the production calendar
• Copyedit French translations and related materials for linguistic accuracy, coherence, readability, and compliance with UNESCO/UN editorial standards
• Verify technical and referential consistency across captions, notes, disclaimers, figures, tables, references, acronyms, and bibliographic entries
• Proofread page layouts against approved manuscripts and correct typographical, grammatical, and spelling errors
• Review typography, layout, figures, maps, photographs, and tables for visual accuracy and consistency
• Translate and edit French UNESCO WWAP website, news, and communication materials
• Provide continuous editorial and production support for the Spanish edition
• Transmit English materials to ANEAS in Mexico with translation, terminology, and formatting instructions
• Coordinate with Spanish translators, partner focal points, WWAP staff, and graphic designers
• Ensure Spanish translations are complete, accurate, and consistent with the English original
• Coordinate corrections and deliver finalized Spanish files on schedule for ISBN application

• University degree in scientific/technical disciplines such as hydrology or environmental sciences, literature, or a relevant field
• Proven track record in editing and proofreading scientific publications, books, reports, or similar materials on environmental affairs and water resources management
• Proficiency in technical document editing and layout coordination
• Strong knowledge of water and environmental terminology and relevant scientific lexicons
• Good knowledge of terminology related to gender equality
• In-depth knowledge of UN and UNESCO style guides and editorial standards
• Excellent grammatical knowledge in French and Spanish
• Excellent grammatical, stylistic, and organizational skills
• Capacity to meet tight deadlines and manage concurrent workflows
• Ability to work as part of a team
• External candidates eligible to apply

• Consultant contract for 11 months
• Remote work arrangement
• Opportunity to support the 2027 United Nations World Water Development Report
• International, multicultural work environment
• Potential inclusion in UNESCO Talent Pools, subject to consent