Hybrid Director, Policy bei Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut

This role involves advising senior management on strategic planning and policy development, analyzing trends and documents to inform legislation, aligning departmental goals with government priorities, researching best practices, and coordinating intergovernmental agreements. The Director provides comprehensive research and development support to the senior Management Committee by identifying knowledge gaps and coordinating targeted socio-economic studies, designing research methodologies, collecting and analyzing data using statistical tools, and presenting findings and policy options to decision-makers and the public. The Director also manages departmental reference materials and databases, fosters intergovernmental collaboration to access funding opportunities, and streamlines the gathering and dissemination of information through a centralized, one-window approach. Supports the Deputy Minister and Senior Management Committee by preparing policy submissions and reports, coordinating intergovernmental relations and departmental initiatives, advising on federal and territorial issues, managing divisional planning and resources, and leading public awareness efforts aligned with departmental priorities. The incumbent will directly oversee two (2) positions: and indirectly oversee four (4) others. 

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized post-secondary degree in related fields such as social sciences, law and management, business administration or related field plus five (5) years of progressive managerial experience in policy, planning, program management and/or related field.  This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

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. 

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. 

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.