Bilingual Manager, Translation Services

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability Plan

Health, dental & vision benefits

Health spending account

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba seeks a Bilingual Manager for Translation Services within the Francophone Affairs Secretariat. You will oversee the financial and human resources for a central unit providing translation, interpretation and terminology management to government departments and related bodies.

Reporting to the Executive Director, you supervise interpreters, translators and staff, ensuring high-quality linguistic services meet diverse government needs. Bilingual French/English required.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary qualification in commerce/business administration with supervisory/administrative experience.
• Significant budgeting, financial administration, and office management experience, preferably in government.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Translation Services' financial and human resources.
• Manage interpreters, terminologists, translators, revisers and administrative staff.
• Ensure translation, interpretation and terminology services meet department needs across government.

Skills

English - excellent

French - excellent

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Postsecondary in commerce/business administration

Job description

Advertisement Number: 45638

Salary(s): XO3 $67,671.00 - $86,622.00 per year

Closing Date: September 27, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Introduction

Francophone Affairs Secretariat is seeking to fill the Bilingual Manager, Translation Services position.

Duties:

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Francophone Affairs Secretariat, the incumbent is responsible for the financial and human resources required for the highly specialized operations of Translation Services, a central unit mandated to provide translation, interpretation and terminology management services to all government departments, the Legislative Assembly, the Courts, Crown organizations, Special Operating Agencies and other arm’s-length entities. The incumbent is accountable for the work of professional interpreters, terminologists, translators, revisers and administrative staff in meeting the translation, interpretation and terminology management requirements of the entire Manitoba government.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

• Postsecondary qualification in commerce/business administration with experience in a supervisory or administrative role. A combination of relevant education and extensive administrative experience may also be considered.
• Significant experience in budgeting, financial administration, office management, and advanced accounting, preferably within a government environment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines with tight timelines
• Ability to analyze situations, solve problems and make informed decisions on difficult issues
• Excellent verbal communication skills in English
• Excellent verbal communication skills in French
• Excellent written communication skills in English
• Excellent written communication skills in French
• Supervisory experience, including the ability to assign, coordinate and review the work of unit staff
• Ability to work autonomously, with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, ability to build and maintain good working relationships with unit staff, clients, suppliers and departmental finance staff, ability to interact with others with tact
• Knowledge of Manitoba’s FLS legislation, regulations and policies, and a solid understanding of the obligations regarding the availability of public information in French
• Knowledge of the translation industry or experience working in a translation office

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in both official languages (French and English)