Project Manager – Justice Division

Makivik Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training for Beneficiaries

Inuit beneficiary hiring priority

Job summary

Makivvik is seeking a dedicated professional to support the Justice Department on a permanent, full-time basis. Location options include Nunavik or Montréal, with travel as required and a security clearance.

Inuit beneficiary hiring is a priority, and training is available for career advancement. Reporting to the Assistant-Director in the Justice Division, the role involves operational and administrative support, program coordination, and reporting across multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset, or a combination of relevant education and work experience.
• Strong communication skills in at least two of the three languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Security clearance is required.
• Experience working within the Nunavik justice system is considered an asset.
• Experience in program coordination, project management or operational support is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and administrative support to Program Managers and Supervisors across Justice Department programs.
• Provide guidance, tools and practical support to strengthen program operations and organization.
• Identify operational gaps and emerging needs and work with program leadership to develop practical solutions.
• Support the planning and implementation of departmental and program initiatives.
• Coordinate and manage assigned projects, including planning, implementation, follow-up and reporting.
• Support programs with administrative processes, file management, tracking tools and internal procedures.
• Assist with the preparation and review of reports, funding requests, budgets and other program documentation.
• Support consistency in reporting, administrative practices and internal processes across programs.
• Coordinate training and capacity-building activities with the Training Development Officer and program leadership.
• Participate in meetings with staff, communities, government and other partners as required.
• Provide additional operational support to programs during special projects or periods of increased need.
• Travel as required; and
• Perform other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Skills

Multilingual communication

MS Office

Nunavik justice system experience

Program coordination

Reliability and professionalism

Education

Security clearance required

Post-secondary education asset

Job description

Reports to: The Assistant-Director in the Justice Division

Location: Nunavik or Montréal

Status of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Deadline to Apply: October 30, 2026

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 Nunavimmiut 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.

Responsibilities:

• Provide operational and administrative support to Program Managers and Supervisors across Justice Department programs;
• Provide guidance, tools and practical support to strengthen program operations and organization;
• Identify operational gaps and emerging needs and work with program leadership to develop practical solutions;
• Support the planning and implementation of departmental and program initiatives;
• Coordinate and manage assigned projects, including planning, implementation, follow-up and reporting;
• Support programs with administrative processes, file management, tracking tools and internal procedures;
• Assist with the preparation and review of reports, funding requests, budgets and other program documentation;
• Support consistency in reporting, administrative practices and internal processes across programs;
• Coordinate training and capacity-building activities with the Training Development Officer and program leadership;
• Participate in meetings with staff, communities, government and other partners as required;
• Provide additional operational support to programs during special projects or periods of increased need;
• Travel as required; and
• Perform other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset, or a combination of relevant education and work experience;
• Strong communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.);
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Inuit culture, traditions and Nunavik communities;
• Knowledge or experience in the social, judicial, correctional or community-based field;
• Experience working within the Nunavik justice system is considered an asset;
• Experience in program coordination, project management or operational support is considered an asset;
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to work collaboratively with management, staff and partners;
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, adaptability and good judgment;
• Willingness to travel as required; and
• Security clearance is required

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