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Chinese-English Business Liaison / Interpreter

Full_time
Posted 2 weeks ago ⏰ Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 68 views 0 applications

Job Description

Location: Nairobi
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide accurate consecutive interpretation between Mandarin Chinese and English during meetings, site visits, negotiations, training sessions, and daily operational discussions.
  • Act as the primary communication link between Chinese expatriate staff and local  employees.
  • Coordinate communication between departments to ensure business objectives and operational requirements are clearly understood.
  • Assist Chinese management in communicating company policies, procedures, and operational instructions.
  • Support meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, government agencies, and other external stakeholders when required.
  • Assist with onboarding and orientation of Chinese and local staff.
  • Translate short business communications, emails, notices, and presentations as needed.
  • Help resolve communication challenges and cultural misunderstandings in a professional and impartial manner.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, appointments, and business schedules for visiting 
  • Chinese personnel when required.
  • Maintain confidentiality of company information and business discussions.
  • Perform other administrative and liaison duties assigned by management.

Qualifications 
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Languages, International Relations, or a related field is preferred.
  • Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English, both spoken and written.
  • Previous experience as an interpreter, business liaison, executive assistant, or coordinator is an advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Preffered Skills

  • Experience working in a multinational company, manufacturing, construction, logistics, or trading environment.
  • Understanding of Chinese and local business culture and etiquette.
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Key Competencies
  • Mandarin-English interpretation
  • Business communication
  • Relationship management
  • Cross-cultural awareness
  • Professionalism and confidentiality
  • Organization and coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Performance Indicators
  • Accuracy and effectiveness of interpretation.
  • Timely coordination of meetings and business activities.
  • Positive feedback from management and stakeholders.
  • Effective resolution of communication issues.
  • Reliable support for operational and administrative activities.
  • Compliance with company policies and confidentiality requirements.
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