Skills required
Language Teams Director
Ongoing
*Currently looking for TWO Directors* The Language Teams Directors will liaise between the language departments and executive team. They will work with Language Department Leads and translators to contribute to lower language barriers to mental health information. The importance and impact of mental health are only nascent topics of discussion, especially among immigrant and non-English-speaking communities. Healthcare information is often technical and accurate translations are critical to effectively benefiting communities. Current language departments include: • Mandarin Chinese •Cantonese Chinese • Punjabi Responsibilities and tasks: • Make executive decisions about the development and management of Language Teams • Develop meeting and communication strategies for Language Teams • Make hiring decisions about Language Team Leads • Liaise between Language Team Leads and the Executive Team on structural and substantive updates • Hold Language Team Leads accountable to deadlines and quality, regularly following up with progress • Maintain clear and active communication General requirements • Significant time management and commitment • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Cultural awareness and sensitivity • Leadership skills and or experience • Language skills and interests are an asset
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
• Contribute to the mental health awareness movement • Significant leadership experience and training • Engage closely with healthcare institutions • Use interpersonal and management assets to help communities • Networking opportunities • Recommendation letters upon request • Volunteering hours
Skills required