Localisation Lead

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Organization : EngageMedia

Join the EngageMedia team!

Our dynamic Asia-Pacific nonprofit is hiring a Localisation Lead who will drive EngageMedia’s localisation efforts to improve the accessibility and usability of open and secure technologies. This includes planning, managing and coordinating tasks, developing networks and partnerships, and monitoring and evaluation.

We are seeking candidates who align with our organisational goals of human rights, democracy, and the environment, and who have a background working with nonprofits. Extensive experience in working remotely and in multicultural settings is a big plus.

The position is full-time and open to anyone based in the Asia-Pacific. You’ll be working with an international team in an agile environment that prioritises a distributed work culture.

Deadline for applications is on Sunday, July 25, 2021, 23:59 Bangkok time (UTC+7). Interested applicants may apply using the form below.

Key Position Aims

Increase the accessibility and usability of open and secure technology tools to Southeast Asia civil society
Strengthen project implementation and social impact
Expand partnerships, promotion, and ultimately uptake of open and secure technologies
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among key actors in the digital rights and open and secure technology fields

Responsibilities

Project Management

Support the development of EngageMedia’s localisation program and strategy
Manage collaborative design and consultation processes with partners and advisers
Develop and execute project plans
Manage a variety of localization communities and participants, including volunteers
In-person and virtual event planning, coordination and facilitation (volunteer community meetings, localization sprints and other collaborative events).
Ensure quality assurance and control for localization
Conduct research and produce short reports

Outreach and Partnerships

Develop and maintain partnerships with a range of individuals and organisations working in the area of localisation, digital safety and digital rights
Represent EngageMedia in localisation and digital rights networks and forums
Promote localisation materials, software and publications to relevant communities and geographic areas
Advise the Executive Director and senior managers in fundraising and partnership efforts, including supporting proposal writing, networking, and managing relationships for localisation

Trainings and Events

Design and implement localisation networking and learning events
Directly train civil society members in localisation
Lead the design of localisation training agendas
Prepare and compile relevant training and educational resources
Actively learn from the field, including documenting and sharing relevant knowledge

Selection Criteria

Required Attributes

At least 3 years’ experience in localisation project management, including contractor management
Experience establishing processes, supporting teams, and managing a portfolio of localised products
Experience with content management systems, video localisation tools, and testing methodologies
Strong English communication skills (written and spoken)

Preferred Attributes

Strong background in relevant technologies and their use, such as in secure communications
Knowledge of issues on digital rights, open and secure technology
Familiarity working with multicultural and decentralised teams in virtual workspaces
A proactive and growth mindset
High-level organisational, interpersonal, and motivational skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills, willingness to learn new things, build expertise, and develop new approaches
Ability to take on a variety of deadline-driven tasks with limited supervision

Remuneration

The position starts as soon as possible. An initial 12-month, full-time, contract will be offered, with annual extensions based on the completion of successful performance reviews.

The annual gross remuneration will approximately be between 23,500 and 32,000 USD, depending on skills, location, and experience.

The position includes the following benefits:

4 weeks of holiday leave
10 days sick and carer’s leave
11 days public holiday leave
5 days bereavement leave
18 weeks parental leave
8 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of service
Monthly communications and equipment allowance
Health insurance subsidy
Personal and professional development allowance

Visa assistance may be provided by EngageMedia as needed, upon approval of management.

About EngageMedia

EngageMedia uses the power of video, the Internet, and open technologies to create social and environmental change. We harness old and new media to assist changemakers to challenge social injustice and environmental damage.

Our key activity areas are video for change, open and secure technology, and digital rights.

For more information, get to know the EngageMedia team and read about our remote and distributed work practices.