Receipt for Charitable Contribution to ApproTEC

							                                                                      SICHUAN Permanent Housing Reconstruction
                                                                                     POSITION DESCRIPTION

                                                                                    Translator/Program Assistant
                                                                                      Last Update: 15 July 2009

Build Change (www.buildchange.org) is an award-winning, international non-profit engineering company
with post-earthquake reconstruction programs in Sumatra, Indonesia and Sichuan, China. Build Change
specializes in earthquake-resistant housing reconstruction and provides hands-on technical assistance and
training directly to homeowners and builders during the rebuilding process. Build Change has the following
position opening, based in the 5-12 earthquake-affected area near Chengdu, China.

Technical Translator/Program Assistant
 Department          Program
 Duty Station        Chengdu and Mianzhu, Sichuan, China
 Qualifications        Degree from a top University in English, Architecture, Engineering, Business or
                         related field
                       Fluency in spoken and written English and Mandarin Chinese, with knowledge
                         of Sichuan dialect preferred
                       Experience as a professional translator, with CATTI certification preferred
                       Experience in other social enterprise, engineering company, or non-profit in
                         China, preferably in disaster response or earthquake reconstruction, or
                         significant experience living in China
                       Ability to communicate clearly and professionally
                       Proven ability to complete tasks on a deadline
                       Strong organizational skills
                       Proficiency with internet, Excel, Word and other Office applications
                       Experiences demonstrating strong communication and/ or leadership skills a
                         plus
                       Strong understanding of humanitarian principles/development ethics
                       Ability to work and live in a rural, post-earthquake environment
 Program and         Position Description
 Management          The Translator/ Program Assistant has two main duties :
 Responsibilities       1. Translate for the CEO and Asia Programs Director, and perform other
                            translation tasks as needed.
                        2. Act as Program Assistant, which includes general duties as assigned
                            by the CEO or Asia Programs Director.

                     Responsibilities as Translator
                     The Translator/ Program Assistant is responsible for verbal and written
                     translation for the CEO and Asia Programs Director between English and
                     Mandarin Chinese in a variety of situations, including translation for/ with:
                             A. Construction Professionals
                             B. Government officials
                             C. National NGO representatives
                             D. Research materials
                             E. Industry executives
                             F. Other individuals and situations

                     The Translator/ Assistant will be responsible for taking comprehensive notes on
                     specified meetings/ conversations and keeping track of individuals names and
                     contact information as directed by the program manager.

                     Note: Translation of conversation or text must be kept to a direct translation of
                     spoken or written language and the translator must not alter, add emphasis or de-
                     emphasize, or in any way change the meaning of content of the conversation or text
                     without direct instruction or acknowledgement from Supervisor.


                                                 Build Change
                           1233 California St. #310 | San Francisco, CA 94109 USA
                                     Build Earthquake Resistant Houses
                                Change Construction Practice Permanently
                                            www.buildchange.org
                                                                         SICHUAN Permanent Housing Reconstruction
                                                                                        POSITION DESCRIPTION

                                                                                       Translator/Program Assistant
                                                                                         Last Update: 15 July 2009

                      Responsibilities as Program Assistant
                          Support Asia Programs Director to compile weekly impact monitoring
                            data
                          Compile success stories with written, still photo, and video format,
                            and prepare reports to donors and other parties
                       Support program team with research on building materials costs and
                          availability and update bills of quantity
                          Support program team to create a functional filing system, both electronic and
                           paper, and ensure data is regularly backed up
                               Provide general logistical support to Asia Programs Director and
                                CEO, such as communicating with drivers and support staff
                               Take notes in the field on activities and processes
                               Manage schedule along with the Asia Programs Director and CEO
                               Manage information and communications for and with the Asia
                                Programs Director and CEO including e-mailing, composing data
                                tables and analysis, composition of letters, and other material.
                               Work with other Build Change employees as directed by the Asia
                                Programs Director or CEO
                               Coordinate the logistics for and hosting of international visitors, such
                                as Build Change board members, and donors
                               Plan meetings and other events
                               Join reconnaissance trips and meetings in other earthquake-affected
                                areas
                               Maintain and expand relationships with government officials and
                                project partners
                               Other organizational and or logistical tasks, as needed



Starting Salary Range: RMB 2,000 – 3,500 per month before tax, based on experience.

To apply, submit cover letter and resume in English via email to build.c.hire@gmail.com with “Translator/
Program Assistant” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted through July 24, 2009. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.




                                                    Build Change
                              1233 California St. #310 | San Francisco, CA 94109 USA
                                        Build Earthquake Resistant Houses
                                   Change Construction Practice Permanently
                                               www.buildchange.org