French Translator

ROLE IMPACT

As the French Translator, you will play a critical role in ensuring that Crohn's and Colitis Canada communicate clearly, accurately, and meaningfully with our Francophone audiences nationwide. This role exists to ensure that every program, campaign, and resource is accessible in both official languages, enabling the organization to deliver equitable support, information, and advocacy to all communities affected by inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). By leading translation efforts, coordinating French‑language content, and upholding linguistic and brand standards, you help bring Crohn's and Colitis Canada's mission and voice to life in ways that are culturally relevant, consistent, and credible.

This is a part-time, 4-days a week, contract role ending in December 2026.

Salary range is $60,000-75,000 per annum.

If this excites you, read on to learn more about our exciting new opportunity.   

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in translation (or related field like linguistics, languages, philology with specialization in translation, interpretation, or terminology; including both English and French) or a degree in a related discipline

• 2 years of full‑time translation in at least one official language, or professional bilingual experience with strong written communication component.

• Excellent command of both French (native or near‑native proficiency; C1 or C2 levels) and English.

• Proven experience in translation, editing, and proofreading, ideally within the nonprofit, healthcare, or communications sector.

• Strong attention to linguistic detail, nuance, and cultural context.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Familiarity with terminology related to health, research, or chronic disease an asset

• Experience with content management systems, translation tools, or digital communication platforms is an asset.

• Collaborative working style with strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

• Flexible hours; we aren't strict 9-5ers

• Hybrid environment; some days at home and some days in our downtown city-view office. That said, we are open to great remote applicants within Canada.

• Last but not least, a passionate and diverse team championing our values; Courageous, Inclusive, Authentic and Collaborative, working towards a GREAT cause

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Translate written and verbal materials accurately between English and French to support organizational communications.

• Edit, proofread, and quality‑check all French‑language content to ensure grammatical accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand and style guidelines.

• Recommend translation or French alternatives for new campaign and program concepts and creative, maintaining the same or similar spirit to the English counterpart that will appeal to Francophone audiences.

• Work closely across all teams to meet project timelines and language needs.

• Liaise with external translation vendors or freelancers when required, managing timelines, quality expectations, and project workflows.

• Provide guidance on French‑language best practices to internal teams and stakeholders.

• Maintain and update French terminology, style guides, and translation memory resources to support organizational consistency.

• Support the development and scheduling of French‑language materials across digital channels, including websites, email campaigns, social media, as well as ensuring print assets are optimized with the French language considered.

ABOUT US

Crohn's and Colitis Canada is on a relentless journey to find the cures for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and improve the lives of everyone affected by these chronic diseases. Collectively with the support of volunteers, researchers, donors and the community, we are transforming the lives of people affected by Crohn's and colitis through research, support programs, advocacy, and awareness.

To learn more, visit and follow us @getgutsycanada on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

To protect the health and safety of our employees and community, Crohn's and Colitis Canada is requiring that employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  Crohn's and Colitis Canada will provide accommodation on a case by case basis, in accordance with its obligations for anyone who is unable to be vaccinated for a reason protected under applicable human rights legislation.

HOW TO APPLY

Crohn's and Colitis Canada provides a competitive compensation package and a rewarding work environment.  

Interested applicants are asked to submit a PDF of their resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply Now" or you will be redirected to Crohn's and Colitis Canada's careers page if you are viewing this posting on an external site.

This position will be posted until January 27th, 2026.

We are committed to creating and fostering a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment that reflects the Canadian communities we work with and within.  We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.  We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and provide accommodations upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest to work at Crohn's and Colitis Canada; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.