Business Development and Policy Analyst - Makivvik

CAREER OPPORTUNITY ABOUT US

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. 

POSITION

Job Title : Business Development and Policy Analyst

Reports to: The Director of Socio-Economic and Community Development in the Economic Development Department

Location: Kuujjuaq or Montréal

Status of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Deadline to Apply September 12, 2025 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Between $90,000 and $122,000 annually

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

Simplified Pension Plan

Vacation: starting at 20 days

Sick days: 15 days

Isolation premium: To a max. of $20,800

Cargo allowance: To a max. of $6,500

Group Insurance

Gas allowance: To a max. of $3,500

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

Housing allowance: To a max. of $12,000

RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Efforts that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for the Nunavik region;

▪ Develop pertinent industry sectors in Nunavik with a focus on job creation and facilitating economic activity;

▪ Work with the Co-director and EDD team to study the integration of new ventures with current subsidiary businesses, strategies, and operations; examine risks and potential;

▪ As part of Makivvik’s subsidiary oversight framework, work with the Co-director in:

o coordinating information among Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Corporations, including determining the requirements for financial and operating reports;

▪ assisting small subsidiaries and joint venture corporations in the achievement of their business objectives, through assistance to their board members and/or management;

▪ Seek, assess, and develop business opportunities for the Makivvik Corporation; not limited to projects which extend to other Inuit regions.

▪ Coordinate the design and implementation of tools and frameworks to better guide the long-term Business Development vision of the Makivvik Corporation;

▪ Filter potential business opportunities by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, economic and job creation potential, financials, evaluation of options, resolving internal priorities and recommending investments;

▪ Research and prepare business plans or analysis in various sectors including (but not limited to): mining, energy, tourism, fisheries, and real estate;

▪ Work with pertinent staff on structuring transactions (could include mergers/acquisitions), including negotiation of an equitable agreement, employee contracts, financing, and future liabilities;

▪ Liaise with various levels of Government on behalf of the Department of Economic Development in effort to identify new opportunities to collaborate on new and established initiatives alike;

▪ Analyze and define legal frameworks with aim to facilitate regional economic innovation;

▪ Be available to travel, as requested;

▪ Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Undergraduate degree with a focus in Business, Economics, Mathematics, or other quantitative fields;

▪ CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional designation (ongoing or completed)

▪ MBA, or Public Policy Masters preferred but not required;

▪ Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in a related field;

▪ Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;

▪ Effective computer skills : Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);

▪ Comprehensive financial and accounting skills;

▪ Strong computer literacy with emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel presentation skills;

▪ Knowledge of research tools for business development and transaction support; Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills;

▪ Proposal and Funding applications;

▪ Ability to prepare integrated financial models including discounted cash flow and valuation analysis;

▪ Thorough understanding of the inter-relation of net income, cash flow and working capital;

▪ Prior experience working on capital markets transactions and/or business acquisitions.

▪ Prior experience in Business Development in the Arctic/Sub-arctic regions or internationally;

▪ Knowledge and understanding of issues and priorities with respect to Economic and social development in Nunavik;

▪ Relevant work experience in Business or Economic Development (could include accounting, commercial banking, or investment banking);

▪ Experience in financial services;

▪ Ability to manage complex concepts;

▪ Knowledge of and interest in financial markets;

▪ Knowledge of procurement strategies;(preferred but not required);

▪ Development of Project, Business Planning, Funding Proposals in key sectors of interest.

▪ Ability to analyze international and inter-provincial trade policy to identify new economic opportunities for Nunavik businesses.

▪ Security clearance is required.

DISCOVER A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AND EMBARK ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH MAKIVVIK 

To apply or to learn more visit us at www.Makivvik.ca/jobs, or send your resume/application to: HR@makivvik.ca

It is the Corporation’s objective to favor and promote the employment of Inuit beneficiaries of the JBNQA.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.