Clerk Interpreter

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement. Department of Health The Department of Health (HEA) is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at HEA work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.

The Clerk Interpreter provides professional translation and facilitation support between patients and the health services team. They are also responsible for performing primary clerical support functions within the regional office.

Candidates must possess strong written and spoken proficiency in English and either Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun. The role requires the ability to handle confidential information and provide effective communication support in a healthcare setting.

• Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Defined benefit pension plan • Relocation privileges • Training opportunities • Career advancement

• CommunicationPreferred
• EnglishPreferred

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• Inuktitut
• Inuinnaqtun
• English
• Translation
• Interpretation
• Clerical support
• Patient facilitation
• Administrative support
• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Administrative Support
• Effective Communication
• Clerical Works
• English Language
• Governance

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Customer Service & Support
• Park Interpreter
• Interpreter / Translator
• Translators, Interpreters and Other Linguists
• Interpreters and Translators

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week