Exams Interpreter
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provides interpretation between RSL examiners and candidates (Mandarin and English only)；
- Travels across China mainland with the examiner and provides interpretation service (4 times a year; 2-4 weeks each time);
- Interpreters are free to choose the routes and cities they are going based on their preference.
Requirements
- Good command of English in listening, reading, writing and speaking. Fluent in Mandarin. Local accent must be minor.
- Degree in English language, linguistics or translation is preferred.
- For compliance considerations, music learning or playing experiences areNOT required.
- At least 2 years working experiences in English-Mandarin interpretation. Working experiences at Canton Fairs or similar events are preferred.
- Professionalism in working with foreign nationals; good communication and listening skills; friendly.
- Suitable for long-time business travels from health and family perspective.
- This is a free-lance natured work and the interpreter is flexible to select their preferences of travelling (March, July and August, September and December).
- RSL China Office is responsible for arranging the itinerary, transport and accommodation of the examiner and interpreter.
- No restrictions of residence but there is a preference of living in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong Province.
For compliance considerations, below people are not allowed to be hired as RSL exam interpreters:
- Practitioners in music and performing arts, or people who are going to work in the industry;
- Educators in music and performing arts;
- Friends, family members or acquaintance of the exam candidates or training schools / exam venues.
What you will be beneficial from this work:
- Standardised training will be provided once the applicants pass interview and sign contract;
- 1 off day is arranged every 6 working days;
- Meals and accommodations, transports and accidential insurance will be provided during the tour;
- double pay for weekends and triple pay for public holidays.
How to apply：
Please send your latest CV and photo to info@rslawards.com.cn and indicate you are Applying for Exam Interpreter in the email subject.
About RSL Awards Limited (formerly known as Rock School Limited)
RSL Awards is an awarding body and world leading exam board in contemporary music and performing arts, founded in London in 1991. Our exams cover music graded exams, performing arts exams and vocational qualifications ranging from Entry Level to Level 6, accredited by Ofqual and all the governing bodies in the UK. We deliver exams in over 40 countries, covering guitar, bass, drums, pop vocals, ukulele, classical and contemporary piano, keyboards, musical theatre, jazz dance and street dance. Grade 6 to 8 RSL qualifications carry UCAS points.
RSL Awards is a member of China-Britain Business Council and China British Chamber of Commerce.
RSL Awards is a proud winner of the “Queen’s Awards” for Enterprise in 2018 to recognise its continuous contribution in international business.
RSL Awards set up its own wholly-foreign-owned enterprise in Beijing in 2017 with a highly efficient and productive team. RSL China has been the biggest overseas market for RSL since then.
BENEFITS
- All company employees work closely as a high-efficient team, and each staff works independently, and is empowered to make the right decision.
- We highly promote work/life integration. All the company employees have the choice to work under flexible options to meet personal/family care needs. However, each employee still needs to agree a fixed working time each day and may need to work with British time zone. No matter what working hour option the employee chooses, he/she must make sure that business target or work deadline cannot be missed.
- Mandarin learning course is offered at the company’s cost for foreign national applicants. Detailed learning plan and time schedule shall be agreed between the staff and the company.
