Elections Administrator - 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 : Elections Administrator

Reports to: The Assistant Director in the Corporate Secretary’s Department

Location: Kuujjuaq or Montréal

Status of Employment: Temporary, Full-time (1 year replacement)

Deadline to Apply September 3, 2025 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: Between $70,000 and $87,000 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

▪ Recruitment and Training of local Returning Officers;

▪ Plan and organize voting events;

▪ Maintain an up-to-date list of potential local returning officers;

▪ Identify and maintain a list of suitable polling stations in all communities;

▪ Create administrative processes that streamline the communication between Makivvik and Local organisations;

▪ Review and modify on an as needed basis election related notices and announcements; 

▪ Prepare election kits;

▪ Keep Nunavik beneficiaries up to date with up-coming elections, drafting election notices, providing radio updates, etc.;

▪ Work with third-party service providers;

▪ Track and maintain election related expenses, budget preparation;

▪ Be available to travel, as requested;

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

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ High School Diploma or relevant work 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.);

▪ Knowledge of the Makivvik Election process, is an asset;

▪ Strong interpersonal skills;

▪ Ability to be impartial;

▪ Basic math and analytical skills;

▪ Organized, reliable and able to deal with confidential information;

▪ Ability to meet deadlines, ability to work under pressure;

▪ 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.