Volunteer Positions

Number of openings: 1

Location: Japan

Women in Localization Japan is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Chapter Manager.

You will lead the Women in Localization Japan Chapter and report to the GEO Manager.

You will be responsible for setting up the team, ensuring that all roles are covered and recruiting new volunteers.

Additionally, you will play a key role in driving Chapter engagement, fostering growth, and advancing the W.L. goals at the Chapter level.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.
1. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:
2. What motivated you to apply?
3. Do you have any examples of experience relevant to this role that you can share with us?
4.Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organisations.

Responsibilities:

Leads the Chapter to deliver on the W.L. mission, vision and goals
Ensures all organizational processes and procedures are being adhered to by all Chapter volunteers at all times
Main point of contact with the GEO Manager, liaising closely on changes, challenges and health of the Chapter
Owner of the W.L. Chapter email
Supports the Chapter leadership team to deliver 3-4 events per year, more if there is more than one location in one country/area
Supports growth and active engagement of Chapter membership
Drives ongoing communication and engagement with members about the Chapter and its events
Represents W.L. at Strategic Partner events
Mentors all other Chapter leadership volunteers

Commitment Expected: Available to lead and participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 mins)
Available to meet with the GEO Manager monthly (30 mins)
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 01

Location: Switzerland

Women in Localization Switzerland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Chapter Manager.

You will lead the Women in Localization Switzerland Chapter and report to the GEO Manager.

You will be responsible for setting up the team, ensuring that all roles are covered and recruiting new volunteers.

Additionally, you will play a key role in driving Chapter engagement, fostering growth, and advancing the W.L. goals at the Chapter level.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.
Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:
What motivated you to apply?
Do you have any examples of experience relevant to this role that you can share with us?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organisations.

Responsibilities:

Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Excellent Leadership, communication and organizational skills
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to lead and participate in weekly/biweekly Chapter team calls
Available to meet with the GEO Manager monthly (30 mins)
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Chapter Manager.

You will lead the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the GEO Manager.

You will be responsible for setting up the team, ensuring that all roles are covered and recruiting new volunteers. Additionally, you will play a key role in driving Chapter engagement, fostering its growth and progressing the W.L. goals at the Chapter level.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
Do you have any examples of experience relevant to this role that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Lead the Chapter to deliver on the W.L. mission, vision and goals
Ensure all organizational processes and procedures are being adhered to by all Chapter volunteers at all times
Main point of contact with the GEO Manager, liaising closely on changes, challenges and health of the Chapter
Owner of the W.L. Chapter email
Supports the Chapter leadership team to deliver 3-4 events per year, more if there is more than one location in one country/area
Supports growth and active engagement of Chapter membership
Drives ongoing communication and engagement with members about the Chapter and its events
Represents W.L. at Strategic Partner events
Mentors all other Chapter leadership volunteers

Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Excellent Leadership, communication and organizational skills
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to lead and participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 mins)
Available to meet with the GEO Manager monthly (30 mins)
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Japan

Women in Localization - Japan Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Events Manager. You have excellent organizational and communication skills and are located in Japan to provide on-the-ground (as well as remote) support for our in-person and virtual events. You will support the Women in Localization Japan Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

1. What motivated you to apply?

2. Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.

3. A large part of this role involves owning and driving the organization of successful in- person/virtual events. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Owner of the Chapter events strategy for your location, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
Inspires and steers Chapter leadership team and gathers inputs from members, to propose and ultimately select 3-4 Chapter events to be held per year
In collaboration with the Chapter team, finds and secures speakers for events
Owns and drives all operational tasks related to a successful event - from pre-planning through event planning and post-event management
Gathers data (qualitative and quantitative) on event success with the goal of understanding the impact and helping the Chapter team be more strategic with their event planning

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in fortnightly Chapter team calls (30 minutes)
● Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
● Join Chapter in-person events where possible
● Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
● The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Switzerland

Women in Localization Switzerland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Events Manager in the Switzerland region. You have excellent organizational and communication skills to provide on-the-ground (as well as remote) support for our in-person and virtual events. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?

Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.

A large part of this role involves owning and driving the organization of successful in-person/virtual events. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Closing Date: August 31, 2026

Responsibilities:

Owner of the Chapter events strategy for your location, in consultation with the Chapter Manager. Inspires and steers Chapter leadership team and gathers inputs from members, to propose and ultimately select 3-4 Chapter events to be held per year. In collaboration with the Chapter team, finds and secures speakers for events. Owns and drives all operational tasks related to a successful event - from pre-planning through event planning and post-event management. Gathers data (qualitative and quantitative) on event success with the goal of understanding the impact and helping the Chapter team be more strategic with their event planning.
Requirements: An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one. Experience in the Translation & Localization industry. Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Fluent in English.
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations.

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in biweekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes). Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible. Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes). The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Events Manager.

You have excellent organizational and communication skills and are located in the United States to provide on-the-ground (as well as remote) support for our in-person and virtual events.

You will support the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
A large part of this role involves owning and driving the organization of successful in-person/virtual events. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Owner of the Chapter events strategy for your location, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
Inspires and steers Chapter leadership team and gathers inputs from members, to propose and ultimately select 3-4 Chapter events to be held per year
In collaboration with the Chapter team, finds and secures speakers for events
Owns and drives all operational tasks related to a successful event - from pre-planning through event planning and post-event management
Gathers data (qualitative and quantitative) on event success with the goal of understanding the impact and helping the Chapter team be more strategic with their event planning


Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Program: Global Fundraising

Number of openings: 1

Location: USA, EMEA

We're looking for a Marketing Lead to join the Global Sponsorship, Fundraising & Advocacy Program at Women in Localization. As a program-embedded marketing owner, you'll play a key role in bringing our sponsorship and advocacy initiatives to life — ensuring our messaging resonates with the right audiences and drives meaningful engagement.

What You'll Do

Own marketing within the program, ensuring campaign design reflects program priorities, requirements, and audience needs
Translate program inputs into compelling marketing activity and tangible outputs
Create and manage marketing content including mailers, promotional materials, and campaign assets
Collaborate closely with the central Women in Localization marketing team to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals

What We're Looking For

Background or experience in marketing, communications, or a related field
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload within a volunteer setting
Familiarity with the localization industry is a plus, but not required
Enthusiasm for Women in Localization's mission and community

Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a global community of 18,000+ members, develop your marketing expertise in an international context, and collaborate with a passionate team of professionals dedicated to advancing women in the localization industry.

Responsibilities:

- Own marketing within the program, ensuring campaign design reflects program priorities, requirements, and audience needs
- Translate program inputs into compelling marketing activity and tangible outputs
- Create and manage marketing content including mailers, promotional materials, and campaign assets
- Collaborate closely with the central Women in Localization marketing team to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals

Commitment Expected: ~2-3 hours/week | Minimum 1-year commitment

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Japan

Women in Localization Japan is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Marketing Manager.

You will support the Women in Localization Japan Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.
You will be responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic Marketing plans and initiatives for the Chapter with the goal of promoting the Women in Localization organization, its values, mission and initiatives.
This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.
Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

1. What motivated you to apply?
2. Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
3. A large part of this role involves owning and driving creative initiatives. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

• Owner of the Chapter’s marketing strategy, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
• Skilled writer - creates content in English for campaigns, newsletters or any other external Chapter communication
• Creatively gifted - creates and manages graphics for campaigns, Chapter events etc.
• Coordinates the writing and or localization of multilingual content in line with the organization’s content strategy, tone of voice and brand guidelines.
• Is comfortable with Mailchimp, Canva, Eventbrite and any other W.L. approved tools/channels used for the management of creative assets
• Works in close collaboration with the Social Media Manager and Membership Manager

Commitment Expected: • Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
• Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
• Join Chapter in-person events where possible
• Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
• The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Marketing Manager.


You will support the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

You will be responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic Marketing plans and initiatives for the Chapter with the goal of promoting the Women in Localization organization, its values, mission and initiatives.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
A large part of this role involves owning and driving creative initiatives. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Owner of the Chapter’s marketing strategy, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
Skilled writer - creates content in English for campaigns, newsletters or any other external Chapter communication
Creatively gifted - creates and manages graphics for campaigns, Chapter events etc.
Coordinates the writing and or localization of multilingual content in line with the organization’s content strategy, tone of voice and brand guidelines.
Is comfortable with Mailchimp, Canva, Eventbrite and any other W.L. approved tools/channels used for the management of creative assets
Works in close collaboration with the Social Media Manager and Membership Manager


Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Skilled writer and creative whizz
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Japan

Women in Localization Japan Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Membership Manager.
You will support the Women in Localization Japan Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

You will manage and grow the Chapter’s local membership in the Japan Chapter, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning events.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

1. What motivated you to apply?
2. Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
3. A large part of this role involves working in MailChimp and Google Suite, particularly Google Forms. You will lead initiatives to increase membership and collect member feedback during and after events.
4. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

 Owner and leader of initiatives aimed at increasing Chapter membership 
 Conducts research and active reach-out to potential members
 Continuously promotes the benefits of becoming a Women in Localization member
 Works in close collaboration with the Social Media, Marketing and Event Managers to
grow the Chapter’s membership base
 Puts a lot of focus on collecting member feedback, especially during and after
Chapter events
 Continuously works on gathering data (qualitative and quantitative) on why
membership has decreased (or increased for that matter) with the goal of gathering
data that will help the Chapter be more strategic with their initiatives

Commitment Expected: • Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
• Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
• Join Chapter in-person events where possible
• Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
• The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Membership Manager.


You will support the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

You will manage and grow the Chapter’s local membership in the Texas Chapter, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning events.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
A large part of this role involves working in MailChimp and Google Suite, particularly Google Forms. You will lead initiatives to increase membership and collect member feedback during and after events. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Owner and leader of initiatives aimed at increasing Chapter membership
Conducts research and active reach-out to potential members
Continuously promotes the benefits of becoming a Women in Localization member
Works in close collaboration with the Social Media, Marketing and Event Managers to grow the Chapter’s membership base
Puts a lot of focus on collecting member feedback, especially during and after Chapter events
Continuously works on gathering data (qualitative and quantitative) on why membership has decreased (or increased for that matter) with the goal of gathering data that will help the Chapter be more strategic with their initiatives




Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Organizational skills
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Ireland

Women in Localization Ireland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Mentorship and Education Manager. You will support the Women in Localization Ireland Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will be the liaison for the global mentoring and education program in Women in Localization and lead career and mentoring-related events locally. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

Keeps updated with global guidelines and recommendations for Mentoring and Education, including new initiatives and website content

Mentoring:
Leads careers and mentoring events locally, typically one every 12-18 months
Promotes the mentoring scheme locally, both for mentors and mentees to ensure there are enough of both

Education:
Keeps updated with existing local academic localization contacts and establishes new contacts
Encourages the local team to present to local students on topics of career opportunities
Promotes inviting students to local events
Encourages the local team to write and publish educational localization material for the Women in Localization website, including write-ups from events
Promotes educational material to the Chapter members and social media groups

Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Strong interest in mentoring and education initiatives
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Expected Commitment:
Available to participate in weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)

The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Mentorship and Education Manager.

You will support the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

You will be the liaison for the global mentoring and education program in Women in Localization and lead career and mentoring-related events locally.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Keeps updated with global guidelines and recommendations for Mentoring and Education, including new initiatives and website content
Mentoring:
Leads careers and mentoring events locally, typically one every 12-18 months
Promotes the mentoring scheme locally, both for mentors and mentees to ensure there are enough of both
Education:
Keeps updated with existing local academic localization contacts and establishes new contacts
Encourages the local team to present to local students on topics of career opportunities
Promotes inviting students to local events
Encourages the local team to write and publish educational localization material for the Women in Localization website, including write-ups from events
Promotes educational material to the Chapter members and social media groups

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Ireland

Women in Localization Ireland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Social Media Manager. You will support the Women in Localization Ireland Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will manage and monitor our Social Media channels, create visuals in Canva, write event copy in English, publish Social Media posts, and help promote our local events. This is a great opportunity to explore using different social media channels, getting creative in Canva, practicing your skills at writing engaging copy, networking with our community, and acquiring new skills while having fun. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions: What motivated you to apply? Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us? Closing date: July 15, 2026

Responsibilities:

The Social Media Manager owns the Social Media strategy (including the addition/deprecation of Social Media channels) and implementation for the local Chapter, in consultation with the Chapter Manager and Marketing Manager. Posts about the Chapter’s upcoming events, speakers, sponsors, etc. to members and community. Is active and engaged on local social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others) to advocate and promote the W.L. Chapter. Amplifies the global W.L. social media messaging, and adheres to the organization’s social media guidelines, tone of voice and brand guidelines. Is comfortable working with data-tracking/measuring (provides statistics on post views, likes, and shares).

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in weekly/biweekly Chapter team calls. Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible. Available to join the GEO Quarterly calls (90 minutes). The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Japan

Women in Localization Japan is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Social Media Manager.
You will support the Women in Localization Japan Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.
You will manage and monitor our Social Media channels, create visuals in Canva, write event copy in English, publish Social Media posts, and help promote our local events.
This is a great opportunity to explore using different social media channels, get creative in Canva, practice your skills at writing engaging copy, network with our community, and acquire new skills while having fun.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:
1. What motivated you to apply?
2. Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
3. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

• The Social Media Manager owns the Social Media strategy (including the addition/deprecation of Social Media channels) and implementation for the local Chapter, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
• Posts about the Chapter’s upcoming events, speakers, sponsors, etc. to members and community
• Is active and engaged on local social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others) to advocate and promote the W.L. Chapter
• Amplifies the global W.L. social media messaging, and adheres to the organization’s social media guidelines, tone of voice and brand guidelines.
• Is comfortable working with data-tracking/measuring (provides statistics on post views, likes, and shares)

Commitment Expected: • Available to participate in weekly/biweekly Chapter team calls.
• Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible.
• Available to join the GEO Quarterly calls (90 minutes).
• The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Switzerland

Women in Localization Switzerland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Social Media Manager. You will support the Women in Localization Switzerland Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will manage and monitor our Social Media channels, create visuals in Canva, write event copy in English, publish Social Media posts, and help promote our local events. This is a great opportunity to explore using different social media channels, get creative in Canva, practice your skills at writing engaging copy, network with our community, and acquire new skills while having fun. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions: What motivated you to apply? Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us? Closing date: August 31, 2026

Responsibilities:

The Social Media Manager owns the Social Media strategy (including the addition/deprecation of Social Media channels) and implementation for the local Chapter, in consultation with the Chapter Manager and Marketing Manager. Posts about the Chapter’s upcoming events, speakers, sponsors, etc. to members and community. Is active and engaged on local social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others) to advocate and promote the W.L. Chapter. Amplifies the global W.L. social media messaging, and adheres to the organization’s social media guidelines, tone of voice and brand guidelines. Is comfortable working with data-tracking/measuring (provides statistics on post views, likes, and shares).

Requirements: An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one. Experience in the Translation & Localization industry. Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person. Expert personal user of social media channels. Fluent in English.

Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations.

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in weekly/biweekly Chapter team calls. Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible. Available to join the GEO Quarterly calls (90 minutes). The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Expert personal user of social media channels
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

The Social Media Manager owns the Social Media strategy (including the addition/deprecation of Social Media channels) and implementation for the local Chapter, in consultation with the Chapter Manager
Posts about the Chapter’s upcoming events, speakers, sponsors, etc. to members and community
Is active and engaged on local social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others) to advocate and promote the W.L. Chapter
Amplifies the global W.L. social media messaging, and adheres to the organization’s social media guidelines, tone of voice and brand guidelines.
Is comfortable working with data-tracking/measuring (provides statistics on post views, likes, and shares)

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: France

Women in Localization France is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Sponsorship and Partnership Manager. You will support the Women in Localization France Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will help with sourcing, coordinating and nurturing local relationships with potential or existing sponsors and partners, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning our events. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?

Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.

Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Sources, coordinates and nurtures relationships with potential and existing sponsors and partners. Creates and manages records of sponsors and partners, including level of support available, tracks donations etc. Acts as the main point of contact with sponsors and partners to ensure the Chapter’s requirements are met and sponsors and partners’ ROI is delivered. Maintains regular contact with sponsors and partners, following up with identified action items. Ensures that sponsors pay expenses directly and not to Women in Localization. Works closely with Events, Marketing and Social Media Managers on deliverables. Analyses post event metrics to understand which event attendees could be potential sponsors and partners.



Requirements: An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person Fluent in English



Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in Chapter team calls Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible. Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes). The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

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Number of openings: 1

Location: Ireland

Women in Localization Ireland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Sponsorship and Partnership Manager. You will support the Women in Localization Ireland Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will help with sourcing, coordinating and nurturing local relationships with potential or existing sponsors and partners, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning our events. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?

Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.

Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Sources, coordinates and nurtures relationships with potential and existing sponsors and partners.
Creates and manages records of sponsors and partners, including level of support available, tracks donations etc.
Acts as the main point of contact with sponsors and partners to ensure the Chapter’s requirements are met and sponsors and partners’ ROI is delivered.
Maintains regular contact with sponsors and partners, following up with identified action items.
Ensures that sponsors pay expenses directly and not to Women in Localization.
Works closely with Events, Marketing and Social Media Managers on deliverables.
Analyses post event metrics to understand which event attendees could be potential sponsors and partners.

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in Chapter team calls Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities.
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes).
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

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Number of openings: 1

Location: Romania

● Sources, coordinates and nurtures relationships with potential and existing sponsors and partners.
● Creates and manages records of sponsors and partners, including level of support available, tracks donations etc.
● Acts as the main point of contact with sponsors and partners to ensure the Chapter’s requirements are met and sponsors and partners’ ROI is delivered.
● Maintains regular contact with sponsors and partners, following up with identified action items.
● Ensures that sponsors pay expenses directly and not to Women in Localization.
● Works closely with Events, Marketing and Social Media Managers on deliverables.
● Analyses post event metrics to understand which event attendees could be potential sponsors and partners.

Responsibilities:

● An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one
● Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
● Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
● Fluent in English
● Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: — Available to participate in weekly Chapter team calls (60 minutes)
— Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
● Join Chapter in-person events where possible
● Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
● The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Switzerland

Women in Localization Switzerland is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Sponsorship and Partnership Manager. You will support the Women in Localization Switzerland Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager. You will help with sourcing, coordinating and nurturing local relationships with potential or existing sponsors and partners, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning our events. This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills. Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?

Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.

Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Sources, coordinates and nurtures relationships with potential and existing sponsors and partners. Creates and manages records of sponsors and partners, including level of support available, tracks donations etc. Acts as the main point of contact with sponsors and partners to ensure the Chapter’s requirements are met and sponsors and partners’ ROI is delivered. Maintains regular contact with sponsors and partners, following up with identified action items. Ensures that sponsors pay expenses directly and not to Women in Localization. Works closely with Events, Marketing and Social Media Managers on deliverables. Analyses post event metrics to understand which event attendees could be potential sponsors and partners.




Requirements: An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one

Experience in the Translation & Localization industry Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person Fluent in English




Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in Chapter team calls Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities. Join Chapter in-person events where possible Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes). The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

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Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Sponsorship and Partnership Manager.

You will support the Women in Localization Texas Chapter and report to the Chapter Manager.

You will help with sourcing, coordinating and nurturing local relationships with potential or existing sponsors, but you will also get actively involved in creating and planning our events.

This is a great opportunity to learn, network and acquire new skills.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your Women in Localization experience or experience with other similar organizations.
Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Sources, coordinates and nurtures relationships with potential and existing sponsors
Creates and manages records of sponsors, including level of support available, tracks donations etc.
Acts as the main point of contact with sponsors to ensure the Chapter’s requirements are met and sponsors’ ROI is delivered
Maintains regular contact with sponsors, following up with identified action items
Ensures that sponsors pay expenses directly and not to Women in Localization
Works closely with Events, Marketing and Social Media Managers on deliverables
Analyses post event metrics to understand which event attendees could be potential sponsors



Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interested in becoming one
Experience in the Translation & Localization industry
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering with Women in Localization or other similar organizations

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2-3 hours per week for role activities
Join Chapter in-person events where possible
Available to join the GEO Quarterly call (90 minutes)
The term for Chapter volunteers is 2 years. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now

Number of openings: 1

Location: Texas, USA

Women in Localization Texas Chapter is recruiting one volunteer who will take on the role of Student Intern.

This role is suited to a student, recent graduate, or anyone looking to gain an insight into the management of a Women in Localization Chapter, gain professional experience and an overall feel for the localization industry through the initiatives driven by their Chapter and the Global Community.

The role will also allow you to grow your network and receive on-the-job mentorship from more senior localization professionals. You will report to the Chapter Manager.

Please include a link to your LinkedIn profile with your application, together with answers to the following questions:

What motivated you to apply?
Please tell us about your experience with organizations similar to Women in Localization.
A large part of this role involves organizing information, improving communication channels and assisting in creating a link between Women in Localization and academic institutions. Do you have any relevant examples of experience that you can share with us?

Responsibilities:

Provide operational support to Chapter volunteers in all areas of responsibility
On occasion, act as liaison between the Chapter and academic institutions
Bring the “student lens” to the Chapter’s initiatives, helping them get a better understanding of how to be more strategic when reaching out to students
Work closely with the Membership Manager to grow the student member base

Requirements:
An active member of Women in Localization or proven interest in becoming one
Translation/Localization Student or recent graduate (less than 1 year)
Communicative, engaging and enthusiastic person
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Fluent in English
Desirable: Experience (current or past) volunteering organizations similar to Women in Localization

Commitment Expected: Available to participate in bi-weekly Chapter team calls (30-45 minutes)
Average 2 hours per week for role tasks
The term for Chapter Student Interns is 1 year. After this period, volunteers can continue volunteering with the Chapter in a different role, or with the global programs of Women in Localization.

Apply now