Junior Project Manager

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Junior Project Manager will play a critical role in ensuring that small-scale projects adhere to project management principles within the Government of Nunavut. Responsibilities include project planning, financial oversight, and communication between departmental stakeholders. This position requires strong organizational skills and a relevant educational background, ideally in Information Technology or Project Management, combined with bilingual abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in project delivery.
• Bilingualism in Inuktut, English, and French preferred.
• Knowledge of Nunavut’s IM/IT environment considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to project management principles on small-scale projects.
• Keep projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Act as a liaison between IM/IT and client departments.

Skills

Project Planning

Financial Planning

Liaison

Documentation

Education

College diploma in Information Technology

College diploma in Project Management

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Informatics Projects, the Junior Project Manager’s role will be to ensure adherence to project management principles on small-scale projects. Responsibilities include project planning, administration, financial planning, and acting as a liaison between Information Management and Information Technology (IM/IT) and client departments.

The Junior Project Manager will provide skills to keep projects on time, within scope, and within budget, ensuring proper documentation, signoff, and project controls based on PMI standards.

Qualifications include a college diploma in Information Technology or Project Management, with experience in project delivery. Assets include an ITIL certification, knowledge of Nunavut’s IM/IT environment, legislation, and regulations such as Access to Information and Privacy Acts.

This position requires a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Bilingualism in Inuktut, English, and French is preferred, with knowledge of Inuit culture and land considered assets.

Applicants with equivalent education and experience are encouraged to apply. An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.

Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit as per the Priority Hiring Policy. Candidates serving a probationary period must obtain written authorization from their department. A criminal record may not disqualify candidates, depending on the role.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Foreign credentials must be assessed by a recognized Canadian institution.