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San Francisco, Ca, Us

Engage and build relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Customer Success, in-country Marketing teams, etc.) to ensure localization requirements are implemented and the localization processes are effective and well understood.Manage vendor contracts, budget, performance, and engagement. Create and develop efficient localization processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders, Globalization team members, and LSPs in order to meet the evolving needs of the company.Evangelize localization best practices and ensure both external and internal partners’ compliance.Oversee quality escalations and ensure satisfactory resolutions including any CAPAs for LSPs or internal teams. Support Globalization leadership by collecting, analyzing, and reporting on internal metrics including such KPIs as quality, turnaround time, and budget. Lead horizontal logistics and administrative functions within Globalization team, including interface with technical and engineering teams.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Engage and build relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Customer Success, in-country Marketing teams, etc.) to ensure localization requirements are implemented and the localization processes are effective and well understood.Schedule, manage, coordinate, track, and troubleshoot localization projects and tasks for multiple locales/languages for a variety of deliverables on an ad hoc basis.Act as primary manager of vendor relationship with Localization Service Providers (LSPs). Create and develop efficient localization processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders, Globalization team members, and LSPs in order to meet the evolving needs of the company.Evangelize localization best practices and ensure both external and internal partners’ compliance.Provide centralized coordination between LPMs and LSPs for new market launches. Oversee quality escalations and ensure satisfactory resolutions including any CAPAs for LSPs or internal teams. Support Globalization leadership by collecting, analyzing, and reporting on internal metrics including such KPIs as quality, turnaround time, and budget. Coordinate Globalization team’s response in open channels with internal stakeholders such as Slack channels, cross-functional meetings, and office hours.

New York, Ny, Us

(On-site PM for Square.) Engage and build relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Customer Success, in-country Marketing teams, etc.) to ensure localization requirements are implemented and the localization processes are effective and well understood.Schedule, manage, coordinate, track, and troubleshoot localization projects and tasks for multiple locales/languages for a variety of deliverables on an ad hoc basis.Act as primary manager of vendor relationship with Localization Service Providers (LSPs).

Triage cases and maintain up-to-date referrals for small mammals and exotics.Coordinate doctors' and nurse's schedules and manage patient appointments. Prepare and explain medications to clients. Manage wildlife intake and coordinate referrals with wildlife rehabilitators.

Exeter, Gb

--Unfortunately, this position was curtailed due to the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. --Oversee staff, volunteers, and interns at a rural elephant conservation and community development. Collaborate with residents of Huay Pakoot to ensure harmonious and productive relations between GVI and the village. Manage administrative, training, and reporting tasks.

St Louis, Missouri, Us

Perform duties related to ISO Auditing, document management, and SOP review and improvement.Collaborate with CEO on strategic goals, client growth and retention.Create and analyze reports on KPIs including sales, trends, service types, etc.Manage translation projects including: time-management/scheduling of translators; interface with client and sales team; quality check of documents and products before delivery.Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient.Advocate for linguists and mentor them on better business practices.Research localization topics and write blog entries related to industry trends.

Waynesboro, Virginia, Us

Prepare diet, provide medication, and ensure enclosures are up to federal and state standards for all species Weigh, exercise, and evaluate fitness of each animal for release, including: raptors, small mammals, songbirds, and reptilesCollaborate with Outreach and Veterinary staff on all tasks related to public engagement and patient care

Manage wildlife records and report statistics at bi-monthly general meetingsCollaborate with Wildlife Veterinarian and Nurse Supervisor on wildlife procedures and policies Assist veterinary technicians and doctors during checkups and proceduresCare for animals being boarded for medical careProvide care and medication with nurse supervision to pets and wildlifeMaintain clean, stocked, and orderly working area

Conducted novel object trials to measure personality in giant pandasConducted observational studies of giant pandas for stereotypical behaviorPrepared fecal samples for hormone analysis including freeze drying and packaging for analysis

Edinburgh, Scotland, Gb

Assist zookeepers with routine tasks including: cleaning, diet, enrichment, and observationReceived training and hands on practice in: species-specific nest construction, enrichment, and trainingReceived outstanding experience and training on a variety of bird species, including Gentoo and King penguins, Bali starlings, Victoria Crowned pigeons, southern Cassowaries, and Darwin's Rheas - among others

New York, Ny, Us

Manage relationships with clients in order to ensure they receive the best possible service and highest quality translations.Counsel and advise top management on company vision, mission, and performance. Facilitate relationships among managers and departments in order to improve strategic collaboration. Provide guidance to department heads to align department goals with corporate mission. Coordinate with department heads on all escalated issues in order to find short- and long-term solutions. Provide oversight and supervisory support to the Quality Assurance, Desktop Publishing, and Resource Development departments to ensure objectives are met. Devise process and workflow optimization across and within departments in conjunction with Director for Global Production. Participate in all levels of ISO standard audits and certification. Create and lead workshops designed to foster leadership qualities in management and improve interpersonal relationships vertically and horizontally across functional areas with a goal of smoother collaboration.

New York, Ny, Us

Manage relationships with clients in order to ensure they receive the best possible service and highest quality translations.Lead initiatives for improvement in Quality Assurance processes. Coordinate with department heads on all escalated issues in order to find short- and long-term solutions. Provide oversight and supervisory support to the QA Manager in order to grow and strengthen the internal QA team. Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient and effective in collaboration with management team.

New York, Ny, Us

Lead initiatives for global expansion, including the hiring of personnel and establishing of offices in strategic geographic locations. Manage and coordinate with foreign offices and employees to improve efficiency, efficacy, and cohesiveness of production team. Provide oversight and supervisory support to Regional Directors and Office Managers in order to strengthen global management team. Design, in partnership with others, the initial period training curriculum and matrix. Train the Regional Directors and Office Managers on capacity-building initiatives. Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient and effective in collaboration with Director of Global Production and Board of Directors.

New York, Ny, Us

Manage and coordinate with foreign offices and employees to improve efficiency, efficacy, and cohesiveness of production team. Coordinate training efforts both for ongoing professional development of team as well as for new employees. Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient and effective in collaboration with Director of Production and Board of Directors.Act as bridge between upper-management and PMs in communication, training, and day-to-day management tasks.

New York, Ny, Us

Supervise Project Managers to ensure quality, timeliness, and customer satisfaction. Recruit further resources, in-house and external, to respond to internal needs. Manage and assign tasks as best fit workflow of office in conjunction with Production Manager. Coordinate training efforts both for ongoing professional development of team as well as for new employees. Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient and effective in collaboration with Director of Operations, General Manager, and wider GLS teamAct as bridge between upper-management and PMs in communication, training, and day-to-day management tasks.Supervise proper maintenance and day-to-day tasks associated with upkeep of office space. Manage translation projects on an as-needed basis.

New York, Ny, Us

Manage translation projects including: time-management/scheduling of translators; interface with client and sales team; quality check of documents and products before delivery. Continuously improve procedures and systems to be more efficient in collaboration with Director of Operations, Production Manager, and wider GLS teamAct as bridge between upper-management and PMs in communication, training, and day-to-day management tasks.

Develop strategic concept maps for three taskforces composed of senior management to facilitate discussion and inform action on matters of internal reform.Draw up memoranda and other reports from high-level meetings in order to inform Executive Secretary on decision-making process.Carry out routine and ad hoc administrative and managerial duties to improve efficiency of Office of the Executive Secretary.

Independent Thai language tutor for DLI students, family, and area locals interested in Thai language. Reinforced pronunciation and fluidity of speech with students Expanded vocabulary of colloquial speech of studentsReviewed rules and principles of reading and writing

Translated Thai Language Guidebooks. Large project. Subject matter:GeneralMedicalMilitary Police

Provided Thai translation for language guides. Industry: Travel/Tourism

Check and correct English subtitles on Thai-language section of independent film “I Speak Soccer” (www.ispeaksoccer.com) for accuracy and flow.

Catalogue and create framework for searchable rich media database from fieldwork including over 1000 images, videos, and audio files for project sustainability.Encode rich media data for qualitative analysis (esp. vis-à-vis NVivo 8 software) and write accompanying coding manual.Translate field notes and reports (Thai-English) and proofread translations already completed for accuracy.

Coordinate logistics for international conferences, lectures, and outreach events to reinforce academic relationships and create new connections in the community.Manage production timeline and supported Director and Stage Manager of community play in the production of “Re-Writing Difficult Dialogues” to foster a greater understanding of the immigrant experience.Facilitate community dialogues centered on issues of immigration in response to “Re-Writing Difficult Dialogues.Train new facilitators in facilitation technique under guidance of trained social worker.Guide and interpret for visitors and distinguished guests from Thailand including off-campus activities in order to build cross-cultural and institutional relationships.Manage media library and virtual record-keeping in order to improve access to resources for primary and secondary teachers incorporating Southeast Asian Studies into curriculum.Manage events calendar and email lists.

Restructure filing and records system for the clinic to eliminate redundant patient files and allow for more accurate and timely patient follow-up.Provide service to Spanish-speaking clients.Work as a flexible part of a small team to handle office and clinical tasks on an ad hoc basis.

Master Of Science - Ms, Psychology

Mpa, International Management

B.A., Southeast Asian Studies

Certificate, Advanced Thai Language

Beginning Khmer Language