The headquarters of the Qeqertalik Municipality, INUA, is seeking two interpreters and translators to begin work on June 1, 2026, or as mutually agreed upon.
You will be responsible for translating documents related to the Inoqarfik, Inuit, and Timi Tarnilu sectors, as well as any documents necessary for performing duties within the Qeqertalik municipality.
This position is based at INUA, and your department head will be the Chief of Secretariat.
Your closest colleagues will be other translators, political secretaries in the Secretariat, the Communications Department, and other departments within the Qeqertalik Municipality.
As an interpreter for the Qeqertalik Municipality, your duties will include:
Translation and Interpretation
Continuous translation, particularly in Greenland and Denmark, includes the following situations:
- Local Council and Standing Committee
- Both within and outside the Kegertalik Municipal District
- Translation using TMS translation tools
We expect you to:
· Holds a degree in translation and interpretation.
· Possesses IT skills at the user level.
Can provide services with high standards
Can work independently and flexibly.
·Possesses good teamwork skills and is friendly.
· Experience in translation using a Translation Management System (TMS), with TMS training provided after appointment.
We still value you very much.
·Service-minded with a creative mindset
And in a good mental state.
·Organized
·Self-reliant and able to maintain composure under pressure
· Able to work collaboratively with others within the organization.
Criminal History:
This position is subject to the law regarding criminal background checks. Employment cannot commence until the local authority has received the results of the criminal background check. Therefore, we must clarify that the start date cannot be agreed upon until the local authority has received the results of the criminal background check from the police.
Salary and Employment Conditions:
The salary and employment conditions will be in accordance with the collective agreement in effect at the time of appointment between Naalakkersuisut and the organization authorized to negotiate.
Residence:
Accommodation for employees may be provided for this position, subject to payment of a deposit, rent, utilities, and other applicable fees in accordance with the regulations in effect at the time regarding rental payments for properties owned by the Greenland Government, municipalities, or others in Greenland. For additional information about rental costs, including utilities and similar expenses, please refer to: www.ini@ini.gl.
If permanent accommodation cannot be provided to the employee immediately upon taking up the position, eligible employees will be offered available temporary accommodation. They will be required to pay the A-tax for the benefits received in accordance with current legislation.
Alternatively, the start date is subject to when employee accommodation becomes available. Travel expenses for relocation and moving household items will be covered according to relevant regulations.
Employee accommodations must be canceled upon termination of employment.
We intend to fill this position after the application deadline or according to a mutual agreement.
Information:
For further details regarding this position, please contact the Acting Head of the Secretariat, Ms. Benedicte Malgaard, at 70 19 00 or via email at benm@qeqertalik.gl.
Interviews with candidates may occur on an ongoing basis.
About the Queerag Talik Municipality
The municipality of Kegaralik has a population of approximately 6,500 people, who are scattered across various towns and villages within the municipal area. The municipality comprises 4 towns and 8 communities. Towns: Asiat, Kangiqnissuq, Qaqortoq, Kangiaqvik communities: Niaqornat, Atu, Ikerrasisuk, Akunnaq, Ikinniaarfik, Ikamiat, Qissussuit, Kangeruup
About AsiaT:
The central administration of the Qeqqata Municipal Council is located in Aasiaat. The Greenland Upper Secondary School (GUX) is also situated in Aasiaat. Annual events include the Midnight Sun Marathon and the Nipeia Rock Music Festival.
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Visit our website at www.qeqertalik.gl.
Visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Kommune-Qeqertalik-243043503252446.
Visit our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/kommune-qeqertalik/.
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We do not accept applications via email or mail.
Please submit your application, CV, educational and training certificates, and any other relevant documents by clicking “Apply for this position.”
If you have trouble uploading files, please contact hr@qeqertalik.gl.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Application deadline: May 25, 2026
