Senior Project Coordinator

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

Job summary

A government entity in Canada is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to manage the production of culturally relevant resources and support materials for educational services. The role involves overseeing compliance with legislative frameworks and providing strategic guidance. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in a related field and experience in media/publishing. Fluency in multiple official languages is an asset.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in media/publishing and program/resource development.
• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Inuit communities and culture is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resource production from design to evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and policy frameworks.
• Provide strategic guidance to departmental staff.

Skills

Cultural relevance

Supervisory experience

Media/publishing skills

Fluency in Inuktut

Education

College diploma in Media Studies, Business, Graphic Design, or related field

Job description

Overview

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Coordinator (Coordinator) is responsible for the production of quality, culturally appropriate/relevant resources and support materials (in all official languages, as required) to enable the department to effectively deliver its services to students, the Public, and other internal and external audiences. The incumbent oversees all stages of resource production from design and development to distribution and evaluation, to support departmental services for students, the public, and other stakeholders. As a subject matter expert, the Coordinator provides strategic guidance to departmental staff in creating materials that align with organizational goals and enhancing service effectiveness.

The Coordinator ensures departmental compliance with key legislative and policy frameworks, including the Education Act, Curriculum Renewal Plan, Education Program Content Development Directive, copyright requirements, and other relevant directives and agreements. The incumbent will support the implementation of the Department’s Project Management Process Administrative Directive and actively participates in committees such as the Student Achievement Committee and Health-Education Working Group, as required. All services and supports provided by the Coordinator must reflect and align with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles, ensuring cultural relevance and responsiveness.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized college diploma in Media Studies, Business, Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing or a related field, plus 3 years of experience in media/publishing, program/resource development and implementation including 1 year of supervisory experience. Previous work experience in the education sector would be considered an asset.

Official Languages

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Education and Experience

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.