unofficial roles
[/ʌnəˈfɪʃəl roʊlz/]
noun phrasepl: unofficial roles
papéis não oficiais
1. Positions or functions that are not formally recognized, authorized, or documented by an organization or institution
She took on several unofficial roles within the company, including mentoring junior staff and organizing team events.
Ela assumiu vários papéis não oficiais dentro da empresa, incluindo mentoria de funcionários juniores e organização de eventos da equipe.
2. Tasks or responsibilities that a person performs without formal job description or official title
His unofficial roles as problem-solver and mediator made him invaluable to the department.
Seus papéis não oficiais como solucionador de problemas e mediador o tornaram inestimável para o departamento.
3. Social or professional functions that exist in practice but are not formally established or acknowledged
Many unofficial roles in families and communities are crucial to maintaining social cohesion.
Muitos papéis não oficiais em famílias e comunidades são cruciais para manter a coesão social.
In both Brazilian and American corporate cultures, unofficial roles are common and often valued as they demonstrate initiative and flexibility. However, their lack of formal recognition can lead to issues with compensation, job security, and work-life balance. In Brazilian workplaces, unofficial roles are sometimes tacitly expected as part of organizational culture, while in the US they're often seen as opportunities for advancement or skill demonstration.
NYC Slang
under-the-table gigs; side hustle when referring to secondary roles
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