Business Support Program Manager - 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 Support Program Manager

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: August 26, 2025 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Between $85,000 and $120,000 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 maximum of $20,800

Cargo allowance: To a maximum of $6,500

Group Insurance

Gas allowance: To a maximum of $3,500

Travel Benefit: To a maximum of $25,000

Housing allowance: To a maximum of $12,000

RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Lead the development of a coherent, integrated approach for Makivik to invest and explore potential investment opportunities based on the recommendations of the Executives and the Investment Review Committee;

▪ Assist senior managers on updating and refining the internal subsidiary governance policy;

▪ Coordinate the design and implementation of tools and frameworks to better guide the long-term strategic vision of the economic development department;

▪ Seek, assess and develop business opportunities for Makivik 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;

▪ Study integration of new ventures with current subsidiary businesses, strategies and operations, examine risks and potential through due diligence process(compiling and analyzing all financial information, conducting business analysis including ROI, NPV, IRR and making recommendations of potential business ventures);

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

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

▪ Be available to travel, as requested;

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

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ University Diploma - MBA is preferable and/or similar industry experience;

▪ Minimum of five (5) years of experience;

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

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

▪ Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills;

▪ Proven ability to liaise with business sector and government;

▪ Ability to write reports, project proposals and funding applications;

▪ Familiarity with social, environmental, and economic issues that impact business in the North is preferred;

▪ Knowledge or experience corporate sector, strategic business planning and/or mergers and acquisitions, social purpose principles;

▪ Knowledge of James Bay Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA) and the Nunavik Inuit Land Claims Agreement (NILCA) is preferred.

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

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.