Director, Elders Secretariat

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental body in Nunavut is seeking a Director for the Elders' Secretariat. The role involves overseeing policies and programs for Elders, requiring strategic planning and management experience. Candidates should possess a degree in Social Science or a related field and practical experience with advocacy groups. This role is critical to enhancing the quality of life for Elders in Nunavut.

Qualifications

• Three years of practical experience with advocacy groups.
• Two years of management experience and budget handling.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic planning and integration of government policies for Elders.
• Coordinate the Elders Secretariat's work and implement strategies.
• Facilitate liaisons between conflicting groups.

Skills

Social Science knowledge

Public Administration expertise

Diplomacy and tact

Strategic planning

Education

Degree in Social Science, Public Administration, or Law

Job description

Overview

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit.

Reporting to the Deputy Minister, Intergovernmental Affairs, the Director, Elders' Secretariat is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, development, management and integration of government policies and programs to allow Elders to age with dignity in Nunavut, improve services to Elders, improve the economic and social status of Elders, and reduce barriers to quality of life for Elders. The position leads and coordinates Government of Nunavut efforts to serve Elders including establishing and supporting partnerships with Inuit organizations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities to ensure effective implementation of the GN's Elders' Strategy. The position is the government’s representative on the Seniors Federal/Provincial/ Territorial Officials Committee.

Responsibilities

The position contributes to and impacts directly on the ability of the Government to deliver on several specific priorities as set out in Katujjiluta. The Director will coordinate the work of the Elders Secretariat, including implementation of Aging with Dignity, Elders and Seniors Strategy. The Director will often facilitate liaisons between conflicting groups or organizations, which can be mentally and emotionally draining and requires tact, confidence and diplomacy. Providing motivation to committees requires much enthusiasm, confidence, and sensitivity to inter-cultural relations.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized degree in Social Science, Public Administration, Law or related, along with three (3) years of practical experience working with advocacy groups, in strategic planning of governance, or design of social programs. Two (2) years of experience managing staff, along with experience managing budgets are required. This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

Languages and Assets

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Education and Experience

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

Other

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Eligibility and Hiring Notes

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.