Manager, Mitigation na Government of Nunavut

Reporting to the Director, Climate change Secretariat (Director), the Manager, Mitigation (Manager) is a subject matter expert on energy efficiency, Greenhouse Gas reporting and mitigation and/or carbon pricing mechanisms. The Manager is responsible for leading the development of new policies and programs related to climate change mitigation in Nunavut, including energy efficiency and alternative energy in Nunavut, energy policy and legislation and GN climate change mitigation programs. The Manager will have the responsibility of overseeing and undertaking research and analysis and creating and implementing policies and approaches that address energy, legislation and climate change mitigation issues in Nunavut. This includes the provision of advice and briefing and other materials to the Director, Minister of Environment and Senior Management. The Manager coordinates cross-departmental and agency activities related to energy, dealing with policy, regulations, legislations and the creation of Cabinet and Financial Management Board Submissions.

The work of the Manager will potentially have significant impact on the budget of the entire GN. The Manager participates in and chairs meetings within the GN and with external stakeholders. The Manager also carries out financial, administrative and human resource duties. The Manager represents the GN at intergovernmental affairs meetings and at industry/energy sector events nationally and internationally and may be required to travel with the Minister in an advisory capacity for specific events to support the Director. The Manager provides overall direction for the development of GN positions and strategies for energy issues, and is responsible for participation in selected Federal/Provincial/Territorial (F/P/T) meetings/initiatives.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Sciences, Commerce, Public Administration, Economics, Planning, Engineering or Environmental Sciences from a recognized institution, plus three (3) years of experience. Three (3) years of supervisory experience is required, and one (1) year managerial experience is required. Candidate must also have experience in the development and delivery of large funding programs (exceeding $500K). An Energy specialization or ability to speak/write in Inuktitut would be considered assets.

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 Inuktitut 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.