Localization Engineer develops and produces localized versions of the company's products and services. Supports the creation and maintenance of localization test specifications and scripts for automating localization testing. Being a Localization Engineer tests localized products according to test specifications. Identifies, prioritizes and fixes localization bugs according to established procedures. Additionally, Localization Engineer applies working knowledge of networks, operating systems, hardware, software, and testing/production environments in performing work assignments. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Localization Engineer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Localization Engineer typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Director, Localization and Capacity Strengthening
About Palladium:
Palladium is a global company working to design, develop and
deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the
globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build
enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to
address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over
90 countries and have a workforce of 4,000 talented, motivated, and diverse
staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities.
This Opportunity:
The Director, Localization and Capacity Strengthening will provide
leadership in Palladium localization and capacity strengthening efforts in the
Americas Regional Business Partnership. The Director will serve three primary
functions: 1) provide localization and capacity strengthening support across
Palladium's business cycle; 2) position Palladium as a thought leader in
localization and capacity strengthening; and 3) oversee proposal development
and successful implementation of localization and capacity strengthening
specific projects.
Location and Compensation:
The position is based in Palladium's
Washington D.C. office.
For our prospective employees in the United States, please note
that the full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected
to range from $122,000 to $184,500, and successful candidates may also be
eligible for additional, variable incentive compensation dependent on the role.
For part-time employees, the salary will be prorated based on the actual number
of hours worked.
Please be advised that a final salary offer will be based on
various factors, including but not limited to your qualifications, education,
experience, skills, seniority, performance, and Palladium's business or
organizational needs.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the compensation
for this position, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value your
interest in our company and appreciate the opportunity to discuss this
opportunity with you.
You and Your Career:
If you are a collaborator, mentor, and doer, and you have passion
and expertise in locally-led development and capacity strengthening, we are
interested in hearing from you.
We are a learning organization and provide growth opportunities
from the start. We pride ourselves on giving you the freedom, resources,
and guidance to chart a fulfilling career!
Reporting and Supervision:
The Director Localization and Capacity Strengthening reports to
the Senior Director, Technical Excellence and may be required to supervise one
or more managers as the team grows. The role is required to work closely with
stakeholders including but not limited to portfolio leads, practice area leads,
project teams, and proposal teams.
Primary
Duties and Responsibilities:
The
primary responsibilities of the Director, Localization and Capacity
Strengthening include:
Provide Support Across Palladium's Business Cycle
Position Palladium as a Thought Leader
Oversee Successful Project Implementation and Proposal
Development
Leadership and Staff Management
Professional
Expertise/Competencies Required:
Equity,
Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and
inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of
society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity,
success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve
diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive
equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal
characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background,
age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual
orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous
status.
Should
you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or
you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email
our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will
be in touch to discuss.
Safeguarding - We define
Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our
people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We are committed
to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium
are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to
an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a
rigorous due diligence process.