Safety Model Operations Trainer (Mandarin Speaker) - APAC
Responsibilities
About the team:
The Safety Model Operations Training team works with sensitive and impactful content including images, video, and text related to everyday life. This may include (but is not limited to): bullying; hate speech; child safety; depictions of harm to self and others; and harm to animals.
Our Trainers will be responsible for enabling high-quality performance by delivering impactful onboarding and continuous learning programs for both new and existing team members. They will play a key role in identifying knowledge gaps, developing targeted training interventions, and supporting team members in upskilling and adapting to evolving project needs.
The successful candidate must be confident in working closely with XFN partners to understand project requirements, training needs, and performance expectations. They should be comfortable working in dynamic, fast-changing environments and be able to set clear SMART goals for their own development and for the training programs they deliver.
They must also demonstrate strong ownership, be proactive in proposing improvements, and help develop best practices and scalable methodologies to elevate the effectiveness and impact of the Training function.
Responsibilities:
- Work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver impactful training programs that support high performance across Safety Model Operations projects, while developing and maintaining best practices in training delivery.
- Facilitate regular calibration and alignment sessions with stakeholders to ensure consistent understanding and application of policies and quality standards.
- Collaborate closely with the Policy Team & Project POC to effectively communicate policy updates and changes to trainees and ensure timely clarification of policy-related questions across internal and external teams.
- Monitor training effectiveness by evaluating performance data and feedback, and provide actionable insights to improve training content and delivery.
- Compile and deliver training reports and insights to team leads and management to track learning progress and effectiveness.
- Escalate knowledge-related gaps or concerns through the appropriate RCA channels to improve learning outcomes.
- Identify learning needs and opportunities for performance improvement across regions and projects, and proactively address them through targeted training interventions.
- Support or lead knowledge briefings and refresher training to ensure consistent policy alignment, taking into account local cultural, socio-political, and market conditions.
- Ensure timely and efficient delivery of training content through relevant platforms and tools (e.g., LMS, TCS, Rock Appeal).
- Be flexible and willing to support or backfill training coverage where needed across regions or teams.
- Contribute to new-hire onboarding by delivering foundational and role-specific training sessions.
- Conduct quality certifications, knowledge assessments, or refreshers regularly to reinforce knowledge retention and compliance.
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- Design and develop structured training plans and materials in line with rollout timelines and project needs.
- Please note: This role may involve exposure to sensitive or graphic content, including (but not limited to) depictions of bullying, hate speech, child safety issues, self-harm, or violence.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree or higher, with regular use and strong familiarity with short video platforms.
2. At least 1 year of hands-on experience in delivering training programs, ideally within Trust & Safety, content moderation, policy enforcement, or operational roles in a tech or media organization.
3. Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin since the role will oversee China market, and the ability to train and engage diverse audiences across APAC and EMEA region
4. Solid understanding of training methodologies, adult learning principles, and instructional design best practices.
5. Experience in facilitating both virtual and in-person training sessions, including onboarding, upskilling, and refresher programs.
6. Proficient in using tools for data analysis and performance tracking (e.g. Excel, Google Sheets, dashboards), with the ability to evaluate training impact through metrics and learner feedback.
7. Ability to create, manage, and update training documentation, SOPs, and knowledge materials to support continuous learning.
Preferred Qualifiations
1. A fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to changing policies, priorities, and operational needs.
2. Familiarity with content moderation systems, policy implementation, or machine learning-related workflows is a plus.
3. Strong cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity to local norms and operational practices across Southeast and East Asia.
4. Proven ability to handle fast-paced environments, resolve training-related challenges, and meet deadlines consistently.
5. High emotional resilience and commitment to personal well-being, especially when exposed to sensitive or potentially harmful content.
6. Willingness to travel within the APAC region for short-term training assignments (up to 1 month)
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Company Equity
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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