Human Resources Advisor

Makivik Corporation; Kuujjuaq (Land); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Nunavik is seeking an HR Manager to oversee recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with HR policies. The role requires strong communication skills in multiple languages and a solid understanding of Inuit culture. With various benefits including a pension plan, vacation, and housing allowance, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Simplified Pension Plan

Vacation

Sick days

Isolation premium

Cargo allowance

Gas allowance

Travel Benefit

Housing allowance

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in HR functions.
• Great communication skills in Inuktitut, English, and/or French.
• Knowledge of Nunavik and the Inuit culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage recruitment procedures.
• Maintain positive relationships with employees and management.
• Advise on HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Human Resource Management Certificate

CRHA / CPHR Designation

Tools

HRIS system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports to: The Human Resources Manger in the Treasurer’s Department

Location: Kuujjuaq

Benefits: All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as: Simplified Pension Plan, Vacation, Sick days, Isolation premium, Cargo allowance, Gas allowance, Travel Benefit, Housing allowance.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and manage recruitment procedures including: posting, interviewing, and evaluating candidates as well as the onboarding of newly hired employees and follow up during the probation period;
• Maintain positive working relationships with employees and the management team;
• Act as a resource for employees and managers on all aspects of HR including, but not limited to:
  • Benefits,
  • Pension Plan,
  • CNESST,
  • Disability and Employment insurance,
  • Annual Employee Evaluations,
• Advise managers on organizational procedures for discrimination, discipline, and harassment;
• Update employees files and produce reports and statistics, as required;
• Actively participate in the review of job descriptions, proceed with job evaluation and assist and advise on issues related to pay equity as well as internal equity;
• Mentoring and coaching of other HR employees and managers;
• Maintain HRIS revisions, and documentation;
• Assist in the recruitment for positions and resources for HR programs;
• Assist in ensuring annual trainings are developed and maintained for staff in accordance with provincial and federal legislations and objectives set by Makivik leaders;
• Develop proposals to obtain funding for training needs in collaboration with other HR employees;
• Assist and advise all employees in matters related to human resources including, but not limited to:
  • Management of working conditions,
  • HR policies, processes and procedures,
  • Administration of benefits and pension;
• Ensure all applicable laws and regulations are respected;
• Assist in any other programs / projects as requested;
• Be available to travel, as requested;
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Human Resource Management Certificate;
• CRHA / CPHR Designation is an asset;
• Five (5) years of experience;
• Great communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.);
• Knowledge of Nunavik and the Inuit culture and traditions, is required;
• Recognized interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written;
• Excellent planning, organizational and conflict resolution skills;
• Experience working with HRIS system;
• Comfortable working a diverse workforce;
• Professional, adaptable, and high degree of integrity, confidentiality and accountability;
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.