Marine Policy Advisor

Makivik Corporation; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Group Insurance

Vacation: Starting at 20 days

Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000

Gas Allowance (Nunavik)

Cargo Allowance (Nunavik)

Sick Days: 15 days

Isolation Premium (Nunavik)

Job summary

Makivvik, a trusted Inuit organization in Nunavik, seeks a policy specialist to coordinate marine region policies and work with communities, governments, and institutions. The role emphasizes collaboration, research, and policy implementation across land use, conservation, and harvesting rights.

You will prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations, contributing to informed decision-making and sustainable policy development. Training is provided, and Inuit beneficiary hiring is a priority.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years professional experience in wildlife management and research.
• Possess a Sc. in environment, biology, geography or a closely related science discipline.
• Experience with project management, funding application, and report writing.
• Traditional Inuit knowledge is an Asset; Inuktitut is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and contribute to development, review, and implementation of policies, programs and strategies for the Nunavik Marine Region.
• Collaborate with government bodies and Nunavik communities to ensure integrated marine policies.
• Prepare and review technical reports, briefing notes, and policy recommendations.
• Support community-based monitoring programs and research projects to support policy development.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal communication

Project coordination

Policy analysis

Education

Sc. in environment/biology/geography or related science

3–5 years wildlife management/research experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries.

Training will be available for Beneficiaries in the advancement for their career.

Inuit Beneficiary hiring will always be a priority at Makivvik.

Reports to: Assistant Director – Department of Environment, Wildlife & Research

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and contribute to the development, review, and implementation of policies, programs and strategies for the Nunavik Marine Region related but not limited to land use, conservation, navigation, search and rescue and harvesting rights;
• Work in close collaboration with the Nunavik Marine Region Institutions of public government, federal and territorial governments, Land Claims organisations and Nunavik communities to ensure integrated and effective marine policies;
• Prepare and review technical reports, briefing notes, and policy recommendations for the Department;
• Support and collaborate on community-based monitoring programs and research projects to support policy development and decision‑making;
• Communicate information to communities in relation to marine policies, project and program;
• Be available to travel as needed;
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a Sc. in environment, biology, geography or a closely related science discipline;
• Minimum 3 to 5 years professional experience in wildlife management and research;
• Traditional Inuit knowledge is an Asset;
• Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
• Inuktitut is an asset;
• Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Experience working directly with Nunavik communities or other Arctic regions is a significant asset;
• Experience with project management, funding application, and report writing;
• Understanding of Inuit culture, values and history, particularly within Nunavik;
• Interpersonal communication (oral and written), and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and trust across diverse groups;
• Experience in marine and land use planning exercises;
• Security clearance is required

Benefits:

All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as:

• Pension Plan: Employer Contribution 7%
• Group Insurance: Life, LTD, Health, & Dental
• Vacation: Starting at 20 days
• Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000
• Gas Allowance (Nunavik): To a max. of $3,500
• Cargo Allowance (Nunavik): To a max. of $6,500
• Sick Days:15days
• Isolation Premium (Nunavik): To a max. of $20,800

Discover a unique opportunity and embark on a rewarding career with Makivvik