Senior Policy Analyst

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Allowance

Job summary

The Government of Nunavut, Nunavut Housing Corporation, in Iqaluit, invites applications for a Senior Policy Analyst (Indeterminate). Salary range $128,392 to $145,662 per year plus an annual Northern Allowance of $16,038 and housing is not subsidized.

Closing date: November 6, 2026. You will lead senior‑level research and policy analysis, develop and evaluate housing policies and programs, identify emerging issues, and translate complex information into clear advice for executives, the Board

Responsibilities

• Lead senior‑level research, analysis and policy advice for strategic priorities.
• Develop and evaluate housing policies, programs and strategic initiatives.
• Identify emerging housing issues and assess options and impacts.
• Translate evidence into clear advice for senior management, Board and Minister.

Job description

Title: Senior Policy Analyst
Department: Nunavut Housing Corporation
Community: Iqaluit
Requisition Number: 1045
Type of Employment:Indeterminate

Salary range:$128,392.00 to $145,662.00 per year,Choose an item.hours/week

Northern Allowance:$16,038.00 per year
Housing:Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status:Excluded
Closing date:November 6, 2026@11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

An eligibility list may be created to fill current and future vacancies across the department in all communities.

Are you a strategic thinker who wants to help shape housing policy and priorities that make a difference across Nunavut? Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Planning, the Senior Policy Analyst provides senior‑level research, analysis and policy advice to support the Nunavut Housing Corporation’s strategic priorities. You will take a lead role in developing and evaluating policies, programs and strategic initiatives, identifying emerging housing issues, and turning complex information into clear advice for senior management, the Board of Directors and the Minister’s office. In this position, you will work across a range of housing priorities, examining emerging issues, assessing options and impacts, and helping turn evidence and ideas into practical policies and recommendations. Your work will support informed decision-making and help advance housing priorities that respond to the needs of Nunavummiut.