Director, Policy

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Iqaluit is seeking a Director of Policy responsible for developing and coordinating policies, legislation, and strategic planning. Ideal candidates will have a recognized degree, extensive managerial experience, and knowledge of Inuit communities. Fluency in multiple official languages is a plus. Applications can be submitted in Inuktut, English, or French.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of managerial experience in policy, planning, or program management.
• Experience in a northern cross-cultural environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of Inuit communities and culture is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate corporate plans, policies, and legislation.
• Support Minister by developing policy and coordinating briefing materials.
• Conduct socio-economic studies and analyze data.

Skills

Managerial experience

Policy development

Research abilities

Communication skills

Analysis and evaluation

Fluency in Inuktut, English or French

Education

Post-secondary degree in social sciences, law, management, or business administration

Job description

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Reporting to the Deputy Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut (TIN), the Director, Policy is accountable for developing and coordinating corporate plans, policies, and legislation in support of Tamapta and the Department’s Vision, Mission, Mandate, Goals, and Objectives. Responsibilities include research, corporate and external communications, community development, and legislation development.

The Director supports the Minister by developing policy, coordinating briefing materials, responding to Members of the Legislative Assembly, ministerial correspondence, and maintaining records of Requests for Decisions by Cabinet. The role involves collecting and analyzing information to evaluate departmental achievement, providing program planning information and evaluation, and managing communications and research.

This role advises senior management on strategic planning and policy development, analyzes trends to inform legislation, aligns departmental goals with government priorities, researches best practices, and coordinates intergovernmental agreements. The Director supports the senior Management Committee by conducting socio-economic studies, designing research methodologies, analyzing data, and presenting findings and policy options. The position manages departmental reference materials and databases, fosters intergovernmental collaboration, and streamlines information dissemination. It also involves preparing policy submissions, coordinating intergovernmental relations, advising on federal and territorial issues, managing resources, and leading public awareness efforts. The incumbent oversees two positions directly and four indirectly.

The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically obtained through a recognized post-secondary degree in social sciences, law, management, or business administration, plus five years of managerial experience in policy, planning, or program management. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The official languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English, and French. Applicants may submit resumes in any of these languages. Fluency in more than one is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, and experience in a northern cross-cultural environment are also assets.

Equivalent education and experience may be considered. An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.

If interested, email your cover letter and resume to [email protected], including the reference number in the subject line.

• Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify under the Nunavut Agreement, per the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government employees on probation must obtain written authorization from their department's deputy head to be considered.
• A criminal record may not disqualify candidates; consideration will be based on the scope of the position.
• Foreign credentials should be assessed through a recognized Canadian institution; failure to do so may result in rejection.
• Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.