Responsibilities
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- Provides Inuktitut to English and English to Inuktitut interpretation (simultaneous and/or consecutive) for all levels of the Nunatsiavut Government in public and private meetings.
- Ability to make instantaneous decisions about how to express the same ideas, not just the literal words, in a second language while interpreting.
- Provides Inuktitut to English and English to Inuktitut translation for all levels of the Nunatsiavut Government.
- Translates, proofreads and interprets material of all levels of complexity, including legislation, policies, documents and discussions involving legal, medical, financial, technical, environmental, and scientific terminology.
- Provides an immediate and working translation of terminology that has not yet been developed in Inuktitut.
- Participates in formal efforts to create new terminology, such as the annual terminology workshop.
- Conducts research on appropriate terminology and connects with the Isumatât Committee and other regional Inuit organizations to gather information on translations when needed.
- A strong understanding of cultural differences or nuances to avoid misunderstandings.
- Works with the Interpreter/Translator Coordinator to provide timely translation.
- Attends meetings of the Isumatât Committee.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good organizational and computer skills; able to maintain and navigate files of translated documents.
- Training and in-servicing as required, including training other Interpreters or Translators.
- Travel as required; and
- Other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Must be bilingual in Inuktitut and English and an expert in the Standardized Writing System.
- A minimum of 7-10 years’ experience providing interpretation and translation in Inuktitut and English.
- Proficient computer skills including: Outlook, Microsoft Word & Excel
- Interpreter/Translator Certification offered by Torngâsok Cultural Centre or any combination of related training and experience, including personal experience.
Assets
Bilingual in Inuktitut and English.
Benefits
- Competitive Paid Leave Package
- Travel Benefit
- Labrador Allowance
- Group insurance including health and dental
- Group pension
Department: Language, Culture & Tourism
Location: Nunatsiavut (Nain, Hopedale, Postville, Makkovik, Rigolet)
Term: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: November 17, 2026
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to careers@nunatsiavut.com.
Applications should be submitted before 4:30 pm on closing day.