ThaiNGO

PYXERA Global, a non-profit based in Washington, D.C., will be implementing a global pro bono program in Bangkok, Thailand with FedEx under the DRIVE program. The program is scheduled to take place from September 16 - 27, 2019. PYXERA Global is seeking at least 3 university students, recent graduates, or professional translators currently residing in Bangkok to provide interpretation, coordination and program support services for the teams of executive volunteer consultants staying in Bangkok.

The main responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

ACTIVITIES

• Sequential Interpretation or written translation during the program (September 16 – 27, 2019) during regular working hours (set by each local office and team).
• Conduct country specific research as needed to support the consultants.
• Coordination of program activities with PYXERA Global Staff; both local, regional, and global.
• Each project assistant will act as a cultural ambassador to a team of 6-7 FedEx executives from different countries for the duration of the assignment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work with cross-cultural teams
• Native Thai speaker, with excellent English speaking and writing skills
• Ability to quickly translate from Thai to English, and English to Thai
• Strong organizational, facilitation, and communication skills
• Reliability and time-flexibility
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a university degree (Preferably in International Studies, Development studies, Business, Journalism, Communications, Languages, and Corporate Social Responsibility) 
• Professional language translation experience preferred but not required

TO APPLY

To apply, please send the following documents to an email: sseesai@pyxeraglobal.org

• Resume in English
• Cover letter in English
• One Writing Sample

The email subject should state: “Project Assistant: FedEx DRIVE-Bangkok Thailand_Name”

Only those SELECTED for an interview will be notified.

Selected candidates will be interviewed via Skype or in person in Bangkok.

Compensation will be USD $200 plus $50 for expenses such as lunch and transportation for 2 weeks (or 10 working days).