Job Description

COMPETITION: 202513


POSITION TYPE: Term


TERM: to March 31 2027 (with possibility of extension - funding dependent)


SCHEDULE : Full-time (75 hours bi-weekly)


COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled


FIRST RESUME REVIEW DATE: Friday, February 21, 2025 at 12:00pm (MT) - See •To Apply• section below for more information.




ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)





IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.





Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.




JOB SUMMARY





Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Innovation, Science and Climate Change, the Research Administration & Programs Manager will be responsible for supervising research, programming, administration, outreach and monitoring activities focused on cleaner energy, marine, freshwater, terrestrial, environmental interactions, and climate change issues in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region (ISR). The Research Administration & Programs Manager will plan initiatives, secure funding, manage and evaluate environmental policy related projects to ensure results are applied to operational decision making, planning, programs management and mitigation measures to improve the well-being of Inuvialuit. This position will advise on the development of the Inuvialuit Regional Corporations policy and research programing in response to a changing climate and environment throughout the Inuvialuit Settlement Region (ISR).






This position is also responsible for supervising the staff, successfully acquiring funds to maintain/grow the unit, implement science policy, execute IRCs strategic plan, mobilize knowledge, supporting the development of internal research policies, implementing ethics procedures, overseeing research licensing and foster the next generation of Inuvialuit researchers. All research should advance awareness and understanding of priority issues requiring deeper insight and understanding for enhanced policy decisions.



QUALIFICATIONS





Applicants must be/have:




Education:


• At least a Master's degree in environmental or related field.



o PhD degree in a related field preferred



Experience:


• At least 5 years of project management experience (PMI designation preferred);


• At least 5 years' experience in financial management, planning, forecasting and reporting;


• At least 2 years of direct supervisory experience;


• At least 2 years of experience producing policy documents, action plans and other reports with a focus on non-technical audiences;
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations




Additional Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the Inuvialuit Settlement Region;


• Demonstrated proficiency working with computers (e.g., Microsoft Suite, InDesign etc.);


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong networking skills;
• Highly motivated, analytical, dependable, independent with a strong work ethic;
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously;


• Reliable and willing to work with minimum supervision;


• Must be willing to travel, particularly within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region. Adverse weather conditions may be encountered at different times during the year.

The Incumbent must be flexible and creative in finding solutions to issues that arise.





Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.




TO APPLY





Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the •Apply for This Job • button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.





We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.




ADDITIONAL INFORMATION




• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA); please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office. We offer relocation support for the selected candidates.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
• Casual or term positions may be considered for future conversion to indeterminate status.
• Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at hr@inuvialuit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.




WHAT WE OFFER




• Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
• Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health care; dental care; life, critical illness, and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and long-term disability.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.
• Vacation benefits: We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.





For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs






Human Resources

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation

E-mail: careers@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7000 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com







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