Iqaluit, Nunavut
QIA is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to fill the role of Assistant Executive Director. This is a critical role within the Department of Executive Management, and for QIA in fulfillment of its priorities, including organizational efficiency, file leadership which includes organization-wide projects, supervision and thematic responsibilities. The Assistant Executive Director will ensure applicable policies, procedures, guidelines and practices are in place to facilitate operational success under the direction of the Executive Director. The Assistant Executive Director will maintain and oversee budget, planning and reporting processes and management as well as provide advice to the Executive Director on political positions and operational matters. The Assistant Executive Director will work with Department heads to ensure clear information is provided to QIA Governance.
The position requires 5 years of progressive experience in management or leadership roles, a University Degree or College Diploma in Nunavut Sivuniksavut, Business, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. A combination of relevant education and experience may be deemed acceptable. The desired candidate will have experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in a business, social policy or related field. QIA values experience working with Nunavut communities, Inuit, indigenous associations, the private sector, Federal and/or Territorial government agencies. A successful candidate will have the ability to manage complex and potentially contentious issues, and support dispute resolution processes within QIA. Qualified candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, have highly developed written and verbal communication capacity, and strong presentation skills. The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in Inuktitut is a strong asset.
QIA offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.
INUIT CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Applications can be delivered in person or by mail to:
Navarana Beveridge Tel: (867) 975-8402
Director, Administration Fax: (867) 979-3238
Qikiqtani Inuit Association
Igluvut building, 2nd floor
P.O. Box 1340 Email: nbeveridge@qia.ca
Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0
CLOSING DATE:
March 1, 2019 Internal
March 1, 2019 External
