Interpreter / Translator (English / Inuktitut)

Arctic Co-operatives Limited; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Interpreter/Translator fluent in Inuktitut and English for a role in Lethbridge, Alberta. This position involves providing simultaneous interpretation and translating various document types, while ensuring accuracy and context are preserved. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and analytical skills, and a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Three weeks paid vacation in the first year

Annual performance plans

Hybrid work setup

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience translating documents from English to Inuktitut and vice versa.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides simultaneous interpretation between Inuktitut and English.
• Translates various documents including legal and technical materials.
• Follows legal and ethical obligations and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Inuktitut

Strong communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Administration

Job description

Benefits of working at Arctic Co-ops include

• annual vacation (accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation time in first year),
• annual performance plans,
• hybrid work setup : can be based in your home community, remote work is an option for this role if you do not reside in Winnipeg
• and an environment where employees are encouraged, supported and recognized.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Governance and Member Relations, unless otherwise assigned. The Interpreter / Translator interprets written or spoken material into Inuktitut and / or English, ensures meaning and context are maintained, possesses strong knowledge of Inuktitut, works with individual clients and Internal stakeholders, and provides simultaneous interpretation services at Board Meetings, Annual Meeting and other Director meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides simultaneous Inuktitut / English interpretation. Reads through or listens to material in one language, ascertains understanding of the meaning and context of that material, and converts it into a second language, making sure to preserve the original meaning;
• Translates online, video, and television media by providing subtitles for Online Learning or Presentations;
• Consults with subject matter experts and other colleagues to understand technical concepts and translate them appropriately;
• Refers to online translation tools for additional assistance with translation;
• Follows up with clients to ensure satisfaction and understanding;
• Follows legal and ethical obligations and keeps board of directors' details strictly confidential;
• Translates various documents including literary, legal, research, technical, scientific, educational, and commercial materials;
• Specializes in the Inuktitut language and researches regional dialect differences;
• Prepares and submit reports required by the department;
• Participates in regional meetings and Board of Director meetings (occasional evening & weekend required);
• Travel may be required;
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Administration is an asset;
• Strong knowledge of Inuktitut;
• Experience with translating documents from English to Inuktitut and reverse;
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment;
• Ability to work within the budgeted time and meet deadlines;
• Strong time management skills and ability to multitask;
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Highly organized and efficient;
• Ability to travel as required;
• Proven commitment to personal growth and development.

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Interpreter/Translator (English/Inuktitut) • lethbridge, ab, Canada