About you
You are passionate about the health and well-being of people and communities. The talents and skills you bring to your work are valued by your colleagues and you’re always interested in learning something new. You enjoy working remotely and online, using digital platforms to think creatively and work collaboratively, and you believe in the importance of work/life balance.
About the role
Position: French Copywriter & Translator
Position Type: Full-time, 1-year contract (maternity leave replacement)
Reports to: Manager, Marketing Production
Start Date: As early as April 30, 2025
Location: Remote from home, resident in Canada
The French Copywriter & Translator supports and reports to the Manager, Marketing Production, and collaborates closely with all members of the Communications & Marketing team. This position deals with urgent requests while balancing long-term projects.
The French Copywriter & Translator will be responsible for all content localization efforts in Canada, including writing, editing, proofreading, translating and adapting all communications and marketing materials into French. Further, it’s expected that the position delivers, evaluates and enhances francophone communication, and provides support to all Trans Canada Trail teams on translation of various communications and marketing materials, campaigns, webinars and social media.
The ideal candidate resides in Quebec and has a full understanding of Quebec francophone culture and marketing nuances. This individual must be proficient in French and English (must possess superior oral and written French language skills), has a can-do attitude and learns new systems and processes quickly. The ideal candidate thrives on challenges, embraces responsibilities, is detail-oriented and seeks an opportunity to support a wide range of marketing projects.
This position is open only to residents of Canada, who are eligible to work in Canada.
Key responsibilities
- Support the development and enhancement of impactful francophone content strategies and monitors the effectiveness of ongoing activities.
- Translates internal and external Trans Canada Trail content into French and ensures simultaneous delivery of content in both official languages.
- Proofreads and edits a wide range of French communications for accuracy, spelling, grammar, idiom accuracy, style consistency, tone, flow and comprehension.
- English/French comparative review of content prior to submitting texts for publishing to ensure technical and linguistic quality.
- Manages the workload of the translations and coordinates with internal clients and freelancers to meet deadlines.
- Reviews translations submitted by freelancers and suppliers to ensure highest linguistic accuracy and consistency in all documents.
- Maintains the French terminology database/translation memory and contributes to the standardization of terminology within Trans Canada Trail while maintaining consistency with the terminology in use in international and national relevant sectors.
- Maintains translation tools and manages associated support contracts.
- Keep abreast of emerging linguistic trends related to Trans Canada Trail’s activities and mandate.
- Pursues equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility in overall communication.
- Supports branding and communications for events and resources.
- Contributes to communication and marketing strategies including workback plans and promotional campaigns.
- Actively participates in meetings, work sessions, committees and other work groups, workshops or training sessions, as well as special Trans Canada Trail events.
Carries out other projects, mandates and tasks related to Trans Canada Trail’s mission, as required.
Desired experience and qualifications
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
- Mandatory: Bilingual (English and French) with French language skills at the superior level
- Excellent project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Demonstrates sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365
- Knowledge of Monday.com, WordPress and LogiTerm translation tool an asset
- Experience working at a charitable organization an asset
Compensation package
We offer a compensation package that includes:
- Hiring salary of $58,000 per year
- Flexible work location (within Canada) and hours of work
- Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
Commitment to inclusion and employment equity
Trans Canada Trail is a proud equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows everyone to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we understand that different experiences, expertise and diversity of thought create better opportunities to understand the world we share.
To apply
We value a staff team made up of people with diverse voices and experiences and welcome your application if this role calls out to you. If you already have the skills and experience that we’ve asked for, great. But we also consider potential – so if you don’t have those exact skills yet, but you have the know-how and desire to develop them, know that we support professional growth, and this role may still be a great match for you – so don’t be shy about applying.
Applications will only be accepted from residents of Canada, who are eligible to work in Canada.
- Please send resume and cover letter to hr@tctrail.ca.
- The deadline for submitting your application is: Friday, April 11, 2025.
Please note that applications should be submitted in pdf format, with no external links. You may submit separate documents for your cover letter and CV, although it is preferred that they are submitted in one document. Naming format should be as follows:
Combined document: Last name, first name
Separate documents: Last name, first name_Cover letter AND Last name, first name_CV
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in working at Trans Canada Trail.
Trans Canada Trail is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Trans Canada Trail will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@tctrail.ca.
