Job Description

Are you a seasoned leader within municipal government looking for an exciting new opportunity? If you would enjoy experiencing a unique culture and leading a regional government through a time of positive change, you would thrive in this position!

My client, a regional supra-municipal organization, is looking for an Assistant Director General to join their leadership team in Kuujjuaq, Quebec. Reporting to the Director General, you will coordinate and manage the operational affairs of the regional government including oversight of 13 governmental departments.

My client is committed to:

• Fostering a passionate and values-driven organizational culture
• Providing an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the community and its people

What the Assistant Director General does:

• Supporting the Director General with developing and executing all projects, files, and programs of the local government
• Participate in the negotiation and renewal of agreements with governments and organization as well as in the negotiation and renewal of collective agreements with staff
• Supervise the work of the department directors as assigned and communicate to the Director General on the progress of files and achievement of objectives
• Support the Director General in the preparation of the annual budget of over $220 million and follow-up and review monthly budget variance reports and review the annual financial statements
• Oversee the coordination and planning of Council meetings
• Participate in meetings of the Executive Committee and of the Council
• Perform the duties of the Director General in their absence
• Assist with other duties when required

What the successful candidate will bring:

• University degree in administration or in a related discipline - a combination of post secondary studies and experience equivalencies may be considered for this position
• Previous experience in a senior management role, preferably in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in municipal management and economic development
• Proven track record in operational, financial, and budget management
• Proficient comprehension of the operation of the federal and Quebec governments
• Strong analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills
• Written and verbal fluency ideally in two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French
• Must be ability to travel and be comfortable living in a remote community

In return, what you can expect:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the community and its people
• Excellent compensation, health benefits, pension, food allowance and 6 weeks vacation
• Full relocation and 3 annual leave trips
• The opportunity to experience and work in a wonderful northern community and culture

Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Barry Milne
CPA, CGA, Principal
Recruiting Specialty: Finance & Operations

Drawing on over a decade of senior recruitment experience, Barry specializes in the placement of senior finance and operations professionals. His passion to stay on the cutting edge of business development leads him to exceptional candidates who drive his clients\xe2\x80\x99 organizations toward new heights. A professional accountant with more than 20 years in senior leadership positions, Barry knows exactly who his clients need to build strong teams and propel their organizations forward.

Barry partners with his clients with a highly consultative approach to help them develop long-term human capital strategies to drive growth and sustainability. He purposefully places candidates in positions where they are bound to succeed. Frequently, satisfied candidates refer others to Barry because of the rewarding experience they had with him.

Barry is a member of CPA Manitoba and has served on the boards and audit committees of a number of public and private companies. In his free time, Barry enjoys adventure travel with his family, mountain hiking, stand-up paddling, great food and wine with friends and watching a good movie.

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