French Language Interpreter/Accreditation Project Officer

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nunavut, Department of Health in Iqaluit, seeks a French Language Interpreter/Accreditation Project Officer to support Iqaluit Health Services. You will translate between French and English for clients and health professionals to help ensure accreditation and quality care.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Iqaluit Health Services, you will help develop policy, procedures, and planning related to Accreditation, working closely with leadership and the QA-Risk team to support

Responsibilities

• Provide French and English translation between clients, doctors, nursing, allied health professionals, relatives and other visitors as required.

Job description

Title: French Language Interpreter/Accreditation Project Officer
Department: Health
Community: Iqaluit
Requisition Number: 1019
Type of Employment: Indeterminate
Salary range: $88,589 to $100,517 per year, 37.5 hours/week
Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date: October 16, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Iqaluit Health Services, The French Language Interpreter/Accreditation Project Officer is responsible for supporting Iqaluit Health Services (IHS) by providing French and English translation between clients, doctors, nursing, allied health professionals, relatives and other visitors as required. The incumbent impacts on the delivery of high-quality health services by contributing to Iqaluit Health Service’s compliance with national best practices and standards as set by Accreditation Canada. The role supports the IHS team in the development of policy, procedure, practices, and planning as related to Accreditation. The position works closely with the Executive Director, Quality Assurance-Risk Management Coordinator, and the Senior Leadership Team.