Remote French Translator

6 days ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Canadian Association For Supported Employment Part-time

The Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented French Translator to join our Communications team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and inclusivity of our French-language communications across Canada. If you are passionate about language, equity, and supporting inclusive workplaces, we invite you to apply and help us advance our mission. 


 


TITLE: French Translator (Temporary Part-Time) 


LOCATION: Remote/Virtual (Canada-wide)   


POSTING DATE: April 17, 2026 


START DATE: May 25, 2026 


REPORTS TO: Director of Communications  


JOB OVERVIEW: 




Translation, adaptation, and review of French communication materials  



  • Translate and adapt Program and Marketing content with a consistent
    voice and approach, ensuring high quality, professional, compelling, branded and consistent languag



  • Ensure all French communication materials match the voice and tone of English communication materials



  • Edit and proofread French communications and resources to vet for any inconsistencies  


  • Research and implement appropriate French terminology, including person-centred, disability workplace inclusion, and inclusive of intersectional language consideration



  • Ensure consistency in the brand for all French communications, including through conducting spot checks and fatal flaw reviews of French communication materials 


  • Ensure the quality of French content on websites  
  • Ensure that the French content is relevant to francophone persons and communities across the country



Translations management   



  • Maintain a translation glossary to ensure the consistent translation and adaptation of material



  • Review all written communications translated and/or adapted by external agencies or suppliers working with departments, when needed



  • Manage individual translation project file



  • Communicate clearly with requesters to ensure both parties are clear on deliverables and deadlines 

Maintain French style guidelines and tools   



  • Update and maintain French terminology documents



  • Act as advisor for language use for French communications 


  • Serve as a resource to staff regarding the application of the French style guidelines in their projects and activities



SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 



  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Linguistics, Language Arts, or Education 


  • Minimum five years' exper