Translator

TRANSLATOR

Status: Full-Time Permanent

Department: Program Management and Compliance

Reports To: Program Manager

Compensation Band: 2A

The Translator is part of a cross functional team responsible for quality translation of complex multi-million dollar grant proposals and donor reports.

The Translator’s role will be to provide translation and proof reading for all documentation ranging from expression of interests to large technical proposals (English/French as well as French/English).

• Translate, edit and proofread a variety of documents from English to French and French to English including articles, correspondence, proposals, expression of interest, annual work plans, research documents, terms of reference, project related reports (e.g. progress reports, market studies, gender audits, environmental impact assessments, etc.), and so forth

• Ensure that translations are complete and accurate and that there are no additions/omissions to the original text, the original meaning or the original feeling and intent

• Adapt translations as required according to subject matter and target group

• Clarify with the originators of documents the original meaning, feeling and intent of text to be translated

• Actively participate in projects to improve the efficiency of translation services and the quality of services provided

• Manage access and use of translation software

• Perform other duties as assigned by translation team leader and manager.

Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Degree in Translation / French communications or equivalent job experience (English/Français).

• 1-3 years of translation work

• Mastery of the French and English language

• Excellent knowledge of translation principles and techniques.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Conscientious and meticulous attention to detail.

• Exceptional organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision with a deep sense of urgency.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.

• Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills.

About Plan Canada

Imagine working for a leading international non-governmental organization (NGO) that’s dedicated to creating a better world. That’s Plan Canada, a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

Founded in 1937, Plan is one of the world’s oldest and largest international development agencies, working in partnership with millions of people around the world to end global poverty. Not for profit, independent and inclusive of all faiths and cultures, Plan has only one agenda: to improve the lives of children. Because I am a Girl is Plan’s global initiative to end gender inequality, promote girls’ rights and lift millions of girls – and everyone around them – out of poverty.

Plan Canada is part of a global network of offices in over 69 countries. Our busy Toronto- and Ottawa-based offices undertake fundraising, donor engagement and public outreach, as well as overseeing a wide variety of field programs led by our International Program Department, which includes experts in health, education, water and sanitation, economic security, gender equity, child protection and participation, and humanitarian assistance.

We at Plan Canada are a dedicated, passionate and diverse team of over 200 employees who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Join us and plan to change the world.

Visit our website: plancanada.ca

How to apply:

To apply for this role please forward your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills, experience and salary expectations to gethired@plancanada.ca by October 1, 2014. Please reference Translator in the subject line.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Applications from Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Plan Canada is an inclusive workplace, and is committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.