We are hiring a Chinese Language Interpreter & Communication Coordinator to support day-to-day communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders. This is a communication-focused role that requires extensive verbal interaction rather than traditional document translation. The ideal candidate is a fluent Mandarin speaker who enjoys speaking with people, building professional relationships, facilitating conversations, and serving as a bridge between English-speaking and Mandarin-speaking stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth communication, coordinating discussions, and supporting communication activities across multicultural environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as a key communication link between Mandarin-speaking and English-speaking stakeholders.
- Communicate confidently with stakeholders through phone calls, virtual meetings, messaging platforms, and email.
- Facilitate clear and effective communication across different language groups.
- Build strong professional relationships through regular interactions and follow-ups.
- Support ongoing communication requirements and discussions.
- Interpretation & Conversation Support
- Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, discussions, interviews, and conference calls.
- Translate verbal conversations accurately while maintaining context, intent, and professionalism.
- Support communication between Mandarin-speaking and English-speaking stakeholders.
- Act as a communication bridge to ensure information is clearly understood by all parties.
- Relationship Management & Coordination
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders.
- Follow up on discussions, action items, and ongoing requirements.
- Coordinate communication activities and scheduling requirements.
- Support various communication and coordination initiatives as required.
- Administrative & Communication Support
- Schedule and coordinate meetings involving Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
- Document key discussion points and meeting outcomes.
- Assist with bilingual correspondence and communication when required.
- Support ongoing communication activities and stakeholder engagement efforts.
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Bridge cultural and communication gaps between Mandarin-speaking and English-speaking stakeholders.
- Provide cultural insights to support effective collaboration and relationship building.
- Promote professional and respectful communication across diverse environments.
Required Qualifications
- Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written).
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable speaking with stakeholders throughout the day.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Confident handling phone calls, virtual meetings, and professional conversations.
- Professional, proactive, and highly organized.
- Strong listening skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in interpretation, stakeholder coordination, communication support, administration, recruitment support, project coordination, or related roles.
- Previous experience interacting directly with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
- Experience in multinational or multicultural environments.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms and communication tools.
Core Competencies
- Mandarin Communication
- Verbal Interpretation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Relationship Management
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Active Listening
- Communication Coordination
- Professional Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
Language Requirements
Mandatory:
- Fluent Mandarin Chinese (Written & Spoken)
- Fluent English (Written & Spoken)
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Enjoys speaking with people and building professional relationships.
- Comfortable handling frequent conversations with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Professional, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
- Confident working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
- Able to facilitate smooth communication between different language groups.
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders while playing a vital role in communication, coordination, and relationship management. If you are a people-oriented professional who enjoys interacting with others and leveraging your language skills to facilitate effective communication, we would love to hear from you.
