Regional Communications Specialist (Korean)

Job Title Regional Communications Specialist (Korean) Area Global Communications Reports to Manager of Interpretation Classification Exempt Location Evanston, IL Work Arrangement Hybrid - Fully Flexible. Expected to work from the World Headquarters office once per month to several times a week. Specific days are determined by managers based on business requirements. Employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance to Evanston. Organization Overview Rotary is a membership organization that unites people from all continents and cultures who take action to deliver real, long‑term solutions to pressing issues facing our communities and the world. Each year, Rotary members expand their networks, build lasting relationships, and invest more than $300 million and 16 million volunteer hours to improve lives and create positive change in the world. In exchange for hard work and dedication in support of Rotary’s clubs, members, and other participants, and their humanitarian service projects, our employees receive competitive salaries, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and job enrichment. To learn more, visit www.rotary.org. Commitment to Belonging At Rotary, we foster a welcoming environment where all employees are valued and empowered. We are dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities and supporting the growth and well‑being of our team. Join us in building a world where everyone can unite, take action, and create lasting change. Position Overview The Regional Communications Specialist communicates Rotary’s key messages and elevates our brand to audiences in communities and regions that use languages other than English. Focusing primarily on translation and localization, they work on projects that tell Rotary’s story to our diverse global audiences in relevant and meaningful ways, and on various communications that inform them about our programs, products, and services. This role targets Rotary’s audiences in Korea. You Will Have Bachelor’s degree or above in Language Services, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field Professional proficiency in English and native fluency in Korean Native (or near‑native) knowledge of Korean culture, society, and history In‑depth regional insight and expertise on subject matters of key importance to Rotary’s strategies, goals, and operations Professional experience in localization Workable knowledge of and aptitude in content marketing, digital communications, or journalism Professional proficiency with translation technologies, including CAT tools, MT/AI engines, and TMSs, and proven effectiveness in acquiring proficiency in new technologies Excellent communication (written and verbal), public‑speaking, collaboration, and organizational skills Strong multicultural sensitivity and ability to apply principles of inclusivity and belonging to communications Ability and willingness to travel domestically or internationally to Rotary projects and events as assigned You Are Good At Producing a high volume of localization work on time and with quality Executing effectively against multiple competing priorities under pressure Independently planning and organizing workload while working effectively as part of a global team Acquiring up‑to‑date knowledge of new language- and content-related technologies and applying them in day‑to‑day operations Optimizing source content to ensure higher quality of AI/machine translation output Expertly applying varying modes of editing (full editing, post‑editing, etc.) according to purpose, audience, platform, and quality requirements of a given text Identifying issues related to regional relevance and effectiveness in communications materials, and presenting solutions for improvement Maintaining high quality and brand consistency in all communications You Will Be Responsible For Translating, localizing, transcreating, editing, post‑editing, and reviewing content with institutional knowledge of Rotary and native understanding of target audiences Identifying stories and creating engaging content for various platforms, including Rotary’s website and social media channels, and maintaining a strong online presence on platforms relevant to our target language audiences Speedily acquiring proficiency in new technologies (tools, processes, platforms, etc.) as they are integrated into the team’s workflows and operations Regionalizing and supporting the implementation of marketing campaigns, communications plans, and other outreach efforts to support the priorities of the organization Providing expertise on appropriate communication in relevant communities and regions to increase Rotary’s visibility and impact in target markets Supporting and maintaining regional style guides, terminologies, and translation memories to ensure localization quality and consistency Contributing to the design and execution of tailored communications and branding strategies that increase the impact of Rotary’s events, publications, projects, and initiatives Keeping abreast of marketing, messaging, and other communications trends in relevant communities and regions Collaborating with staff across Rotary’s headquarters and regional offices, as well as with the Rotary Global Media Network and Rotary members in target communities and regions, in communications efforts to advance Rotary’s brand Supporting the implementation of webinars or in‑person meetings to train Rotary members and staff as needed Occasionally working outside of regular business hours or on weekends as assigned to support communications plans or Rotary events Helping to devise qualitative and quantitative measures of the impact of the Global Communications team Leadership Attributes Collaboration: Build partnerships and work with others to meet shared objectives Communication: Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and communicate messages so that they are universally understood Accountability: Have a clear sense of ownership and take personal responsibility for actions Productivity: Achieve results that move Rotary toward its goals Adaptability: Respond to changes willingly and recognize when to adjust based on the situation Global perspective: Anticipate trends in the global humanitarian sector to focus Rotary’s efforts appropriately Salary Range $76,500 – $85,000 Benefits Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits package Progressive 401(k) matching contributions Above‑market and generous paid time off package Tuition reimbursement Professional development opportunities On‑site cafeteria and coffee bar with special pricing for Rotary employees Flexible work schedules to choose from Convenient location close to CTA, Metra, and a variety of stores and food options Note Rotary does not provide VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance #J-18808-Ljbffr