Inuktitut Translator (2 positions)

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq

City

Montréal

Job description

🎯 Description:
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, the school board serving Inuit communities in Nunavik, is seeking two full-time Inuktitut translators. You will play a key role in supporting education by translating curriculum materials and ensuring effective communication between teams in Inuktitut, French, and English.

✅ Responsibilities:

Translate curriculum programs and educational documents (text, audio, visual) into Inuktitut.
Provide accurate translations for students and teachers.
Interpret during meetings to support clear communication.
Collaborate with the administration team to meet deadlines.

💰 Salary: $47,137 – $75,591/year (depending on experience and qualifications, SPPENOM collective agreement).

📅 Employment details:

Regular, full-time position (start date: October 2025).
Application deadline: October 22, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Hybrid work model available.

🎁 Benefits:

20 annual vacation days.
2 weeks paid leave during the holiday season.
Free parking.
Employee and family assistance program.
Career development opportunities.
Summer schedule (if applicable).
Northern allowance and Nunavik-specific benefits (if applicable).
Up to 3 round trips per year to Nunavik.

Required experience and qualifications

⭐ Qualifications:

Certificate or diploma in translation or at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Written and oral fluency in Inuktitut.
Proficiency in French or English.
Familiarity with education-related terminology.
Computer skills (Adobe, Microsoft Word, Publishing).
Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Willingness and ability to travel as required.
Applicants covered under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA) may be considered with a training plan.

📩 How to apply:
Submit your application via the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq website before October 22, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.