Director of Socio-Economic and Community Development - 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 : Director of Socio-Economic and Community Development.

Reports to: The Vice-President of Economic Development.

Location: Nunavik or Montréal

Status of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Deadline to Apply May 28, 2025

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Starting at $140,000 and $170,000 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

▪ Supervises a team who manage files relating to socio-economic activities, cultural

initiatives, and community projects within Nunavik;

▪ Supervises staff at Nunavik Furs Tannery and oversees tannery operations at a high

level;

▪ Works in close collaboration with the Director of Business Development and his team;

▪ Directs the department’s effort with regards to fundraising or proposal and grant

writing to launch new initiatives;

▪ Leads recruitment and training efforts in the department, delegating tasks to his

respective staff when necessary;

▪ Prepares annual budgets and monitors spending, and reports all progress;

▪ Liaises with the external organizations, coordinating or participating in events to

promote common interests;

▪ Sits on various committees, whether it’s internal and external to Makivvik;

▪ Leads Makivvik’s efforts in planning, financing, and launching cultural trade shows and

similar events;

▪ Develops, updates, recommends and implements operating policies, procedures and

programs designed to produce efficient economic development programs for the

corporation;

▪ May help pursue new business opportunities and or to attract existing businesses to

collaborate with;

▪ May lead efforts to find reports, research, information or activity that might be relevant

to Nunavik’s Social-economy and its cultural community ;

▪ When necessary communicates with Makivvik’s subsidiaries or divisions, governmental

agencies, private enterprise, civic groups, local agencies, and the general public;

▪ Be available to travel, when requested;

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

supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Bachelor’s degree in Management, Administration or a relevant field;

▪ Ten (10) years of management or relevant experience;

▪ Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut,

English and/or French;

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

▪ High familiarity with the traditions, culture and socio-history of Inuit in Nunavik;

▪ Reliable, punctual and takes initiatives;

▪ Knowledge of leadership and management principles;

▪ Experience in project management;

▪ Knowledge of current Nunavik priorities regarding economic and social development;

▪ High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability;

▪ Strong work ethic and positive team leadership attitude.

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.