Who we are
We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada's health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's health care systems.
CIHI is recognized as an exceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Learn about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the work being done to create a more inclusive and welcoming organization by focusing on how we learn, govern and practise.
At CIHI, we recognize what matters to our employees. Some of the benefits of working at CIHI include
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HOOPP Pension Plan (Defined Benefits Pension)
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Retirement Planning Program
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Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts
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Work-life balance
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Career Planning Program
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Learning and Professional Development Program
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Flexible benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts
Why is this role important?
The Translator/Reviser translates and revises a wide range of documents from English to French, ensuring accuracy, idiomatic expression, and adherence to CIHI’s terminology, style, and industry standards. This role involves quality control of translations produced by internal and external translators, mentoring junior team members, and acting as a key resource for
translation-related queries. The Translator/Reviser contributes to maintaining CIHI’s high linguistic standards and supports continuous improvement of translation processes.
What you'll do
1. Translate and revise diverse texts including newsletters, press releases, corporate publications, Board documentation, technical reports, and web content with minimal supervision, ensuring idiomatic and accurate French translations delivered within deadlines.
2. Review and control the quality of French translations by internal and external translators, focusing on grammar, clarity, conciseness, accuracy, and terminology consistency. Provide coaching and feedback to less experienced translators.
3. Conduct research on French language issues and consult with translators, authors, and subject matter experts to resolve translation queries and ensure accuracy.
4. Maintain and update bilingual terminology databases and translation memory software, including glossary creation and text alignment.
5. Act as a mentor and corporate resource for translation-related questions, supporting junior team members and fostering knowledge sharing.
6. Establish and manage priorities in collaboration with the Team Lead, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
7. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and external vendors.
What you'll bring to the table
- Undergraduate degree in Translation or a language-related field
- 3-5 years of combined translation and revision experience.
- Excellent knowledge of both official languages, with strong command of French syntax, usage, spelling, and terminology.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and translation and terminology management tools.
Closing Statement
To find out more about this role and other exciting opportunities visit our website at www.cihi.ca and check out our 'Careers' section.
We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Equity
At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Additional Requirements
- Primary locations: Ottawa.
- Must comply with all CIHI workplace policies, including privacy and confidentiality.
- Fluency in both official languages is required.
NOTE: **We ask that all applicants please submit their resume in both English and French. Thank you.**
