Director, Corporate Policy

Overview 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only. The Department of Finance is a central agency and the primary advisor to the Government of Nunavut (GN) on all fiscal matters. Headquartered in Iqaluit with about 200 employees, including offices in Cambridge Bay, Rankin Inlet and Igloolik, Finance is responsible for ensuring public funds are used to support government priorities with high ethical standards, accountability, and openness. The Director works in Iqaluit making decisions that impact Nunavummiut in all 25 communities. Reporting Reports to the Deputy Minister, Finance (DM). Responsibilities Providing expert advice and support to the Deputy Minister and Minister on departmental issues. Strategic planning. Policy and legislation development. Leading the Department of Finance’s review of all GN submissions to Cabinet. Corporate communications. Public agency oversight and support. Licensing and enforcement of the Liquor Act, the Cannabis Act and related regulations and legislation, including direct support for the Liquor and Cannabis Board. Additional responsibilities include: Overseeing the review of all GN submissions to Cabinet to ensure compliance with financial policy and good fiscal management. Managing departmental communications and ensuring accountability for GN public agencies. Superintendent of Licensing under Nunavut’s Cannabis Act, including developing licensing regime, reviewing applications, issuing licenses, setting terms and conditions, monitoring enforcement, penalizing or repealing licenses, and reporting on cannabis licensing. Developing and advancing the government’s general approach to liquor and cannabis policy, including implementing the Liquor Act, Cannabis Act, and related regulations, and supporting the Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Board. Qualifications Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include: Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field from a recognized university. Seven (7) years related work experience. Five (5) years progressive management experience. Knowledge and experience in policy development and public policy analysis. Ability to speak Inuktitut/Inuinnaqtun is an asset. This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required. Language & Cultural Requirements 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. Eligibility & Equal Opportunity Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the 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. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr