Translation Department Coordinator - Apatakaa Translations

JOB OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: Translation Department Coordinator

LOCATION: Remote (Work from Anywhere)

ABOUT US: Apatakaa Translations is an Inuit owned corporation located in Quebec and serving 

all Inuit regions of Canada. 

We specialize in efficient project management, ensuring a seamless experience for both our 

clients and our team of translators and interpreters. For our clients, we guarantee a dedicated 

point of contact for every project, providing continuity and personalized service. Likewise, for our 

language professionals, we directly source and assign projects, offering a singular contact point 

for all their assignments. This approach not only streamlines communication but also enhances 

overall project consistency and satisfaction.

We are seeking a highly organized and dependable Translation Department Coordinator to 

support our Translation Department Manager. This role plays a key part in maintaining workflow 

continuity, ensuring tasks are tracked to completion, and keeping the department running 

efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Project & Workflow Support

- Assist the Translation Department Manager with assigning work to translators 

and reviewers

- Track project deadlines, deliverables, and follow-ups to ensure all tasks are 

properly monitored and completed

- Maintain clear visibility on project status, priorities, and next steps

- Proactively identify missing information, delays, or risks to timelines

Administrative & Financial Support

- Enter invoices, bills, and basic financial data into QuickBooks

- Maintain accurate and well-organized digital records (projects, contractors, 

payments, communications)

Contractor Coordination

- Communicate with employee & freelance translators and reviewers regarding 

assignments, availability, and follow-ups

- Track contractor documentation, rates, and availability

- Ensure timely, professional, and consistent communication

General Organization & Support

- Help keep the department manager organized, informed, and focused on 

priorities

- Manage emails, task lists, and internal coordination as needed

- Assist with documenting processes and improving systems over time

Translation / Transcription

- Translation / Transcription projects (ENG – IN / IN – ENG) is an asset

Required Skills:

- Strong    organizational and    time-management    skills Strong listening and 

communication skills.

- High    attention    to    detail    and    follow-through

- Professional demeanor and unwavering work ethic.

- Punctuality.

- Ability    to    work    independently    in    a    remote    environment

- Clear    and    professional    written    communication    skills

- Demonstrate ability to handle and safeguard confidential information.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and 

PowerPoint).

- Proficiency in Inuktitut and English; French proficiency is advantageous.

Important: This role is detail-heavy. Candidates who enjoy systems, checklists, 

follow-ups, and keeping operations organized will thrive in this position.

Employment Type: Apatakaa recognizes the significance of family and adaptability in 

today's evolving work landscape. As such, this position is available for remote work.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Benefits: Travel Benefits (Anywhere in World) $10,000/year

Housing Benefits $10,200/year

RRSP contributions (After 6 months) 6% of Base Salary

Paid Vacation (4 Weeks) + Christmas Holidays (2 Weeks)

Sick Days (2 Weeks)

Application Deadline: Submit your resume and cover letter by February 20th, 2026.

How to Apply

Please submit:

- A brief cover letter describing your experience with organization, coordination, and 

administrative support

- Your résumé

SEND RESUME TO: info@apatakaa.ca

For more information about the services we provide, please visit our website 

www.apatakaa.ca.

Apatakaa aims to prioritize and support the employment of Inuit beneficiaries under the 

JBNQA.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those 

selected for an interview will be contacted.