Interpreter

Interpreter (All Languages, ASL)
Able Translations Ltd - Edmonton, AB
Part-time

Languages English Education Completion of high school . Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Certification from the Canadian Translators and Interpreters Council; Certification from a provincial professional corporation for translators, interpreters and terminologists; Membership in a provincial or territorial professional corporation for translators and interpreters; Membership in a provincial association for sign language interpreters; Certification from the Association of Visual Language Interpreters of Canada (AVLIC); Évaluation d'agrément from l'Association québécoise des interprètes francophones en langage visuel (AQIFVL) . Experience 1 to less than 7 months . Work Setting Government; Private corporation; International organization; Publication or printing company; School; Court; Administrative tribunal; Social services; Regional interpreter referral service . Language Pairs English/French; French/English; English/Arabic; French/Arabic; Arabic/English; Arabic/French; English/Cree; French/Cree; Cree/English; Cree/French; German/English; German/French; Greek/English; Greek/French; English/Inuktitut; French/Inuktitut; Inuktitut/English; Inuktitut/French; English/Italian; French/Italian; Italian/English; Italian/French; Japanese/English; Japanese/French; Korean/English; Korean/French; English/Chinese; French/Mandarin; Mandarin/English; Mandarin/French; Polish/English; Polish/French; Portuguese/English; Portuguese/French; Punjabi/English; Punjabi/French; Russian/English; Russian/French; English/Spanish; French/Spanish; Spanish/English; Spanish/French; Tagalog/English; Tagalog/French; Tamil/English; Tamil/French; Ukrainian/English; Ukrainian/French; Urdu/English; Urdu/French; Vietnamese/English; Vietnamese/French; English/American Sign Language (ASL); ASL/English; French/Quebec Sign Language (LSQ); LSQ/French . Translation Specialization Business; Science; Literature; Technology; Localization . Interpretation Specialization Court; Parliamentary; Conference; Langue des signes québécoise (LSQ); American Sign Language (ASL) . Terminology Specialization Terminological research; Management of linguistic information; Distribution of linguistic information . Security and Safety Criminal record check . Own Tools/Equipment Computer; Printer; Internet access; Cellular phone . Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Tight deadlines; Attention to detail; Sitting . Work Location Information Work from home; Work in employer's/client's home; Urban area; Rural area; Remote location; Various locations . Transportation/Travel Information Willing to travel regularly; Travel expenses not paid by employer . Other Languages Arabic; Cantonese; German; Italian; Japanese; Korean; Mandarin; Polish; Portuguese; Punjabi; Russian; Spanish; Ukrainian; Vietnamese . Essential Skills Reading text; Document use; Numeracy; Writing; Communication; Working with others; Problem solving; Decision making; Critical thinking; Job task planning and organizing; Significant use of memory; Finding information; Computer use; Continuous learning .  Canadian Job Bank - 1 day ago - save job - original job - block » Apply Now Indeed will send your application to hsadmin@abletranslations.com. Please review all application instructions before applying.

Technical Support Representative - Spanish and or Portuguese

Job Ref:	1417077
Employer:	Tyco
Country:	Canada
County/State:	Quebec
City:	Brossard
Address:
Post Date:	22/09/2014 22:08

To provide responsive technical customer support to resolve product functionality issues on the core introductory DSC product line. Main Responsibilities:  • Complete initial product training and demonstrate sufficient product knowledge and understanding to assist call-in customers. • Respond to customer’s queries regarding routine technical issues in a timely, friendly, professional manner. Determine the nature and likely causes of the issue and recommend corrective action. • Follows up as required with customers to ensure problems were resolved and/or recommend further action to ensure non-recurrence and customer satisfaction. • Escalate inquiries or issues that cannot be resolved to senior team members and/or department manager. • Report all suspected product issues immediately to a senior support staff or manager. • Follows and ensures workplace operating and environmental, health and safety procedures and guidelines compliance. • Perform other duties as required. Skills, Knowledge and Experience required:  • Technical Diploma, Bachelors degree in Engineering, or equivalent • 1 -2 years experience in a technical phone support related role. • Experience in dealing with hardware and software issues. Specialized Skills:  • Strong communication, interpersonal, problem solving and presentation skills. • Spanish and or Portuguese language skill is required. • Strong troubleshooting skills. • Able to work independently or in a team environment. • Self motivated, takes initiative to resolve issues. • Ability to problem solve through analysis of a situation, where there are a variety of variables Equipment Used:  • Computers, interactive communication tools, multi-meter. Physical Demand and Working conditions:  • Occasional visual concentration in use of video display terminal. • Some levels of stress associated with customer service role. • Shift work required to provide customer support to all markets. • Ability to work varying shifts from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm and Saturday shift as required. Position Reports to: Manager, Technical Support Operations To apply: http://www.rengineeringjobs.com/jobs/1421494_Technical-Support-Representative-Spanish-Or-Portuguese-In-Brossard?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

Mortgage Specialist

Job Description 

Mortgage Specialist, Downtown Toronto  Primary Location : ON-Central GTA-Toronto Employee Status : Regular    Schedule : Full-time     Description   How would you like to promote one of the best realtor program available and represent a financial Institution that is voted year over year in the top 20 strongest banks in the world*? Strong with close to 20 000 employees in 451 branches throughout the country, the National Bank fosters an open and respectful environment that contributes to your growth with the help of ongoing training and numerous health and financial benefits. In this role you will have easy access to senior management that listen to your input in collaboration with their strategic plan. You will work in a flexible environment where you will control your income with the efforts invested. Yes, this position is 100% commission based,  ideal for the true entrepreneur, confident in their business development skills built on superior customer service and a passionate drive to develop relationships. This position reports to a Sales Manager - Specialized Networks who is committed to your success and will see that you have access to the necessary training and a full time dedicated coach.  As a Mortgage Specialist, you will be expected to interact with three types of stakeholders:  Clients •Offer clients exceptional service through your competence, presence, efficiency, flexibility and proactive approach in meeting their needs •Support clients through your expertise and help them develop mortgage strategies adapted to their needs that are also profitable for the Bank •Keep up to date on the Bank's various products in order to better inform clients of the options available to them •Attend the meetings and training sessions needed to provide quality service Market intermediaries •Be responsible for developing and maintaining lasting business relationships with real estate agents and/or builders, promoting the products and services offered by the Bank and participating in a variety of business development and recognition activities •Be responsible for developing your skills and following market developments by keeping up with the latest trends in your area of expertise •Ensure a physical and sustained presence in the offices of the intermediaries assigned to you.  Internal partners •Apply established processes and procedures rigorously and produce high-quality files in compliance with the different standards and regulations in effect •Establish and maintain effective communication with internal partners at the Bank involved in the different phases of delivery •Refer clients to the appropriate partners to increase client retention and promote cross-selling •Play an active role in helping the Branch Network take charge of clients   Qualifications •                    Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year's relevant experience, or a college diploma with three years' relevant experience. •                    Experience in business development •                    Knowledge of financial products (an asset). •                    Experience with complex solution selling. •                    Ability to work with the pressure of quotas. •                    Comfortable in varied and complex technological environments. •                    Ability to multi-task and deal simultaneously with different requests. •                    Autonomous, determined and team-work oriented. •                    Good organizationally skills, working structure and discipline. •                    English (spoken and written)       •                    Portuguese, Italian or Spanish considered as an asset Diversity is an integral part of the Bank's values and commitments. * National Bank has been named one of the 20 strongest banks in the world by internationally renowned Bloomberg Markets magazine for the third consecutive year. This is an exceptional accomplishment, further to the Bank’s massive investments in its development and enhancing its client service offering. Please note this posting is open for a period of 14 days however will remain online until all positions have been filled. It is possible that applications received after this period, are kept on file for future openings.    Particular condition (external): Please note this posting is open for a period of 14 days however will remain online until all positions have been filled. It is possible that applications received after this period, are kept on file for future openings. We are recruiting for 2 mortgage specialists. Job field : Sales, Mortgage products Job Posting : Sep 26, 2014 Unposting Date : Ongoing  Job Number : SAL002EG

GLOBAL COMMODITY SPECIALIST - SUPPLY CHAIN (2 YEAR CONTRACT)

Position Title	Global Commodity Specialist - Supply Chain (2 Year Contract)
AutoReqId	6179BR
Job Function	Supply Chain
Country	Canada
Province / State	Ontario
Site / Office	Toronto Corporate Head Office
Job Category	Contract
Location Statement	Kinross is a Canadian-based gold mining company with mines and projects in Canada, the United States, Brazil, Chile, Russia, Ghana and Mauritania, employing approximately 9,000 people worldwide. Our core purpose is to lead the world in generating value through responsible mining. The Kinross Corporate Head Office is located in downtown Toronto and supports Kinross operations and projects worldwide. Corporate functions include Finance, Procurement, Health & Safety, Human Resources, IT and Investor Relations.
Position Summary and Responsibilities	Based out of our Toronto office, the Global Commodity Specialist is part of a dynamic Supply Chain team responsible for providing exceptional support to our mine sites around the world. The role is charged with supporting the analysis, organization, negotiation and implementation of optimal commercial arrangements in accordance with Kinross’ strategic sourcing policies and processes.  Overall responsibilities for this role include minimizing commercial risk, improving security of supply, lowering total cost of ownership and meeting client’s expectations and specifications. Key Accountabilities: Leads the development, implementation and execution of the sourcing and purchasing strategy (incl. inventory plan) for chemicals, steel, mining equipment (e.g., tires and mobile fleets) globally for projects, operations, and maintenance Work with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability Support spend analysis and opportunity identification for a variety of goods and services Create RFX documents/packages in accordance with Kinross SC Policy and Guidelines Analyze bids and provide an analysis report to mine site management Draft letters of recommendation, intent and award from the bid analysis Collaborate with legal department to develop robust commercial contracts Monitor historical commodity performance and understand how economic and political issues drive commodity costs Manages relevant commodity, service and product information necessary to recommend global, regional and local supply chain solutions Responsible for the identification of cost savings and process / service improvement opportunities Manage supplier performance and development activities in a way that assures their ability to satisfy requirements and fosters continuous improvement, including tracking certain KPIs
Desired Skills and Qualifications	At least five years’ transactional purchasing experience in mining, manufacturing, oil & gas or other heavy industry, preferably in direct materials A business, finance or supply chain management post-secondary degree from a recognized institution Demonstrated advancement from a tactical to strategic sourcing role Combination of domestic and international commercial experience preferred Knowledge of strategic sourcing process (from opportunity assessment to contract execution) Experience in purchasing and/or sourcing chemicals, steel or MRO related goods and services is preferred Self-starter and the ability to work both in a team environment and independently Familiar with the foundational elements of a goods/services contract Experience in commercial negotiations Excellent written and oral communicator and facilitator Advanced literacy in key Microsoft office products (namely Excel, Word) Comfortable interacting with broad internal stakeholder group and supply base Working knowledge of a ERP system (e.g., SAP, JDE, etc.) Strong English skills required, other languages (Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian) an asset Travel required on an as needed basis (approx. 10-20%) To apply: http://jobs.kinross.com/job/Toronto-Global-Commodity-Specialist-Supply-Chain-%282-Year-Contract%29-ON/221744900/?feedId=4&utm_source=Indeed

Education Advisor/Conseiller Pédagogique (International Advisor)

Job Title

Education Advisor/Conseiller Pédagogique (International Advisor)

Location

CEGEP John Abbott College - Professional Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC H9X 3L9, CA

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Category

Professional

Department

*Dept - Continuing Education

Salary Range

39843 - 75538

Job Type

Replacement

Open Date

9/24/2014

Employee Group

Professional

Job Description

IMPORTANT: This is a one year, fulltime, replacement position effective immediately until September 21, 2015,  or upon the earlier return of the employee. Note: possibility of contract extension beyond the initial one – year period.

JOB SUMMARY: UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS AND THE COORDINATOR OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS, THE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL WILL, IN KEEPING WITH THE COLLEGE’S STRATEGIC PLAN, DEVELOP, PLAN, COORDINATE AND EXECUTE VARIOUS ASPECTS OF THE COLLEGE’S INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS, INCLUDING  ACTIVITIES INVOLVING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS, INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY PROJECTS FOR JOHN ABBOTT STUDENTS AND FACULTY, AND OTHER INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS..

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage non-credit international programs taking place during the regular academic year, including course registration, student orientation, home stay issues, etc. 
• Develop and carry out initiatives to strengthen the integration of for credit and non-credit international students in the College. Act as a resource person for these students. 
• Communicate and collaborate with all pertinent services of the Academic sector, including the deans, departments, faculty, academic advisors and the Academic Success Centre, in regard to international student placement and academic success (testing, tutoring, etc.) 
• Develop and set up preparatory courses for international students, as required 
• Plan and coordinate summer programs and short term semester programs for international students 
• In collaboration with the Coordinator, develop  and execute inbound and outbound international mobility projects, including scholarship programs and grant requests 
• Follow up and execute the Coordinator’s initiatives for international programming and recruitment 
• Plan and update budgets for international projects 
• Update the International Programs Office website regularly 
• Develop material for recruitment of international students 
• Collaborate with various colleges as well as with regional, national and international public and private organizations in the development and  realization of projects 
• Undertake background research for submission of international partnership agreements and development projects 
• Assist the coordinator in writing such submissions 
• Attend provincial, national, and international meetings on behalf of the Coordinator 
• Serve on College committees related to international education 
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Coordinator. 

TQualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline

Specific Requirements:

• Minimum three years’ experience in inbound and outbound international academic mobility projects 
• Knowledge and experience in a post-secondary academic setting 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Autonomous, ability to work with minimum supervision 
• High degree of confidentiality 
• Computer skills – proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
• English proficiency – oral and written 
• French – fluency 
• Knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese and/or Mandarin an asset

Testing may be required to demonstrate knowledge of:

• French written and oral - Fluency 
• English written and oral - Proficiency 
• WORD, Excel and Powerpoint - Intermediate

To apply: https://johnabbott.mua.hrdepartment.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=2149