This is not just a job opportunity, this is an opportunity to transform lives!

Summary

The Publishing Translation and Licensing Coordinator plays a pivotal role in two key areas of administration for the Publishing Group. The Translation role involves managing translation projects, coordinating with translators, ensuring accuracy and consistency in translations, and maintaining project timelines. The Licensing role involves working closely with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with licensing requirements and agreements supporting the organization’s growth and protecting its assets.

Bible League International serves the under-resourced Church with Bibles and training to transform lives worldwide through God’s Word! Our team is excited about God’s calling on our ministry and serves Him in His mission for the world, with commitment and joy. We hope you will consider His leading in using your God-given gifts and abilities to help fulfill the Great Commission in serving at Bible League International! For more information about Bible League International, visit https://stage.bibleleague.org/. Also take a moment and view our careers video to learn more about our culture through our staff at Bible League.

Duties

1. Translation Administration:
   1. Create and maintain Master Translation Agreements and Scope of Work paperwork on each Contractor’s Publishing Project.
   2. Collaborate with the Translation Manager to manage a pool of freelance translators or translation agencies
2. In cooperation with the Translation Manager:
   1. Assign translation tasks based on expertise, availability, and project requirements.
   2. Manage payment schedules with Finance for timely payments to Contractors.
   3. Collaborate with translators to resolve any linguistic or technical challenges.
   4. Foster positive relationships with translators, vendors, and other stakeholders.
   5. Communicate project updates, deadlines, and expectations effectively to all parties involved.
3.  Licensing Administration:
   1. Maintain accurate records of all licensing agreements, contracts, and related documentation.
   2. Monitor license expiration dates and renewal deadlines.
   3. Coordinate the application process for new licenses or permits as required.
   4. Track license fees, payments, and expenses. Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, industry standards, and legal requirements.
   5. Review licensing agreements to verify terms, conditions, and obligations.
   6. Collaborate with legal counsel to address any compliance issues or disputes.
   7. Keep abreast of changes in regulations or licensing requirements that may impact the organization.
4. Combined Duties:
   1. Provide guidance and support to teams regarding procedures and requirements.
   2. Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and partners.
   3. To work with Supervisors to streamline processes and procedures as needed to improve efficiencies.
   4. Additional work as required.

Organizational Relationships

1. Reports to: Senior Director of Project Management, Production
2. Collaborates with: Director of Project Management, Publishing (Translation processes) and Vice President Publishing (Licensing process)

Qualifications

1. Must be a Christian, having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Must also agree with our statement of faith and conduct his/herself in a Christ-like manner.
2. Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Project and/or People Management.
3. 1 – 3 years’ experience in management of Licensing and/or Translation.
4. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
6. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Project Management systems.
7. Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate in a multicultural environment.

Standards of Performance

1. Comply with established organizational rules and policies.
2. Perform duties efficiently and responsibly.
3. Utilize time for maximum effectiveness and productivity.
4. Demonstrate a consistent attitude of cooperation and cultural sensitivity.
5. Showing belief that this ministry belongs to God.
6. Understanding the importance that the world needs a relationship with Jesus Christ, God’s Word, more than anything else.
7. Displaying integrity as the foundation for all decisions and actions.
8. Demonstrating accountability to God and people to steward wisely the resources God entrusts to us.
9. Maintaining strong relationships with colleagues, ministry partners, and vendors as essential to the fulfillment of our ministry commitments.
10. Showing respect and value for colleagues.
11. Encouraging colleagues in their faith-walk and professional growth and development.
12. Looking for ways to be innovative and adaptable for Bible League International’s ministry to improve its efficiency and effectiveness.

In day-to-day responsibilities, this position will carry out Bible League International’s core values which are:

1. Prayer – Our relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Calling – God’s call into His work.
3. Service – Serving God and others.
4. Unity – Working together in unity.
5. Integrity – In line with God’s Word in word and deed.
6. Vision – A Christ-centered hope and perspective.

Performance Evaluations

You will meet with your manager quarterly in alignment with our fiscal year to discuss your accomplishments and priorities.

Bible League International offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including a generous 401k plan. As a part of our Statement of Faith BLI champions the training and professional development of our employees. We are also Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying public service employer. If you want to learn more about this exciting role or if you would like to apply, please visit our application site here.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion because we feel it enriches us as an organization and reflects God’s love. Bible League International is a nonprofit, non-denominational, faith-based organization. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act Section 702, the Bible League has the right to hire only candidates who agree with Bible League’s Statement of Faith and profess Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.