Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Chinese-English Translator Needed for Tzu Chi Hawaii

Part-Time/Full-Time Job Opening: Sr. Translator/Editor in Honolulu

Job Title
Sr. Translator/Editor

Job Description
Tzu Chi Foundation U.S.A. has an immediate opening for a part-time senior translator/editor. The translator/editor will serve as a member of one or more translation projects at Tzu Chi Foundation U.S.A. and work in the capacity of a translator or an editor or both.

The ideal candidate must have excellent English writing and editing abilities and be fluent in Chinese. Past translation experience (from Chinese to English) is required. Candidate with experience in translation of Buddhist materials is preferred. For those who with no Buddhist background, study and understanding of “The Way to Buddhahood” by Master Yin Shun is a plus. The candidate must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment. Candidate must be a Hawaii resident or is able to relocate to Honolulu. The minimum commitment is two years.

When the candidate’s resume has been reviewed and deemed qualified, the candidate will be asked to do a sample translation and sample editing work of Dharma as Cleansing Water (法譬如水) samples as prerequisite of interview. The candidate must be able to provide a copy of sample translation of the Dharma as Cleansing Water project.

This is a part time position. A full time position may be available depending on the performance and qualification of the candidate.

Hours
Up to 19 hours per week
Flexible work hours working at Tzu Chi Hawaii Office

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