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.

Interested in a Career?
If you have any questions about employment with the Nunatsiavut Government, you can always reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@nunatsiavut.com.

We look forward to speaking with you!