Job Title: Regional Communications Specialist (Korean)
Area: Global Communications
Reports to: Manager of Interpretation
Classification: Exempt
Location: Evanston, IL
This position is designated as Hybrid - Fully Flexible and expected to work from our World Headquarters office once per month to several times a week. The specific days in the office are determined by managers based on business requirements. Rotary is under the jurisdiction of Illinois employment laws; we require all employees to live within reasonable daily commuting distance to Evanston.
Organization Overview
Rotary is a membership organization that unites people from all continents and cultures who take action to deliver real, long-term solutions to pressing issues facing our communities and the world. Each year, Rotary members expand their networks, build lasting relationships, and invest more than $300 million and 16 million volunteer hours to improve lives and create positive change in the world. In exchange for hard work and dedication in support of Rotary’s clubs, members and other participants, and their humanitarian service projects, our employees receive competitive salaries, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and job enrichment. To learn more, visit http://www.rotary.org [http://www.rotary.org/].
Rotary’s Commitment to Belonging
At Rotary, we foster a welcoming environment where all employees are valued and empowered. We are dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities and supporting the growth and well-being of our team. Join us in building a world where everyone can unite, take action, and create lasting change.
Position Overview
The Regional Communications Specialist communicates Rotary’s key messages and elevates our brand to audiences in communities and regions that use languages other than English. Focusing primarily on translation and localization, they work on projects that tell Rotary’s story to our diverse global audiences in relevant and meaningful ways, and on various communications that inform them about our programs, products, and services. This role, in particular, targets Rotary’s audiences in Korea.
You Will Have
* Bachelor’s degree or above in Language Services, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
* Professional proficiency in English and native fluency in Korean
* Native (or near-native) knowledge of Korean culture, society, and history
* In-depth regional insight and expertise on subject matters of key importance to Rotary’s strategies, goals, and operations
* Professional experience in localization
* Workable knowledge of and aptitude in content marketing, digital communications, or journalism
* Professional proficiency with using translation technologies, including CAT tools, MT/AI engines, and TMSs, and proven effectiveness in acquiring proficiency in new technologies
* Excellent communication (written and verbal), public speaking, collaboration, and organizational skills
* Strong multicultural sensitivity and ability to apply principles of inclusivity and belonging to communications
* Ability and willingness to travel domestically or internationally to Rotary projects and events as assigned
You Are Good At
* Producing a high volume of localization work on time and with quality
* Executing effectively against multiple competing priorities under pressure
* Independently planning and organizing your workload, while working effectively as part of a global team
* Acquiring up-to-date knowledge of new language- and content-related technologies and applying them in our day-to-day operations
* Optimizing source content to ensure higher quality of AI/machine translation output
* Expertly applying varying modes of editing (full editing, post-editing, etc.) according to the purpose, audience, platform, and quality requirements of a given text
* Identifying issues related to regional relevance and effectiveness in communications materials, and presenting solutions for improvement
* Maintaining high quality and brand consistency in all communications
* Learning or using existing skills to interpret for meetings and events
You Will Be Responsible For
* Translating, localizing, transcreating, editing, post-editing, and reviewing content using institutional knowledge of Rotary and native understanding of target audiences
* Identifying stories and creating engaging content for various platforms, including Rotary’s website and social media channels, and maintaining a strong online presence on the platforms that are most relevant to our target language audiences
* Speedily acquiring proficiency in new technologies (tools, processes, platforms, etc.) as they are integrated into the team’s workflows and operations
* Regionalizing and supporting the implementation of marketing campaigns, communications plans, and other outreach efforts to support the priorities of the organization
* Providing expertise on appropriate communication in relevant communities and regions, with the goal of increasing Rotary’s visibility and impact in target markets
* Supporting and maintaining regional style guides, terminologies, and translation memories to ensure localization quality and consistency
* Contributing to the design and execution of tailored communications and branding strategies that increase the impact of Rotary’s events, publications, projects, and initiatives
* Keeping abreast of marketing, messaging, and other communications trends in relevant communities and regions
* Collaborating with staff across Rotary’s headquarters and regional offices, as well as with the Rotary Global Media Network and Rotary members in target communities and regions, in communications efforts to advance Rotary’s brand
* Supporting the implementation of webinars or in-person meetings to train Rotary members and staff as needed
* Occasionally working outside of regular business hours or on weekends as assigned to support communications plans or Rotary events
* Helping to devise qualitative and quantitative measures of the impact of the Global Communications team
Leadership Attributes
* Collaboration: Build partnerships and work with others to meet shared objectives
* Communication: Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and able to communicate messages so that they are universally understood
* Accountability: Have a clear sense of ownership and take personal responsibility for actions
* Productivity: Achieve results that move Rotary toward its goals
* Adaptability: Respond to changes willingly and recognize when to adjust based on the situation
* Global perspective: Anticipate trends in the global humanitarian sector to focus Rotary’s efforts appropriately
Salary Range:
* $76,500 - $85,000
Why Work For Rotary?
* Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits package
* Progressive 401k matching contributions
* Above market and generous paid time off package
* Tuition reimbursement
* Professional development opportunities
* On-site cafeteria and coffee bar with special pricing for Rotary employees
* Flextime-several different work schedules to choose from
* Close to CTA, Metra, a variety of stores, and many food options
Please note:
* Rotary does not provide VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance