Senior Advisor, Land Use Planning and Regulatory Reviews
Office of the Chief Operating Officer
Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated
Located in Rankin Inlet, Cambridge Bay or Iqaluit, NU
Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this position will lead the overall development and coordination of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.’s (NTI) participation, positions and interests in land use planning, regulatory reviews, project assessments and related activities. Nunavut’s regulatory regime is outlined in the Nunavut Agreement, Nunavut Project and Planning Assessment Act (NUPPAA), the Nunavut Waters and Nunavut Surface Right Tribunal Act and the Nunavut Agreement. Related areas of work may include, but is not limited to, government policy/regulation/legislation, land/water/ice use and activity such as ice breaking, shipping, exploration and/or mining and their intersection with the regulatory regime. These could also include NTI’s position or stance regarding submissions to Institutions of Public Government (IPGs) and regarding the internal processes of IPGs. The incumbent will be the lead author of NTI submissions with support from various NTI Departments, and in some cases the lead author of joint submissions with Regional Inuit Associations (RIAs) as appropriate.
To be invited for an interview, candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and able to demonstrate thorough knowledge of the Nunavut Agreement, NTI’s mission, corporate governance principles, and Board policies; experience in policy analysis, development, implementation, and evaluation; proven negotiation and networking skills; strong analytical, planning, prioritization, organizational, and delegation abilities; and the capacity to manage multiple files, demanding deadlines, and high-stress situations. Candidates should also have experience working with boards or committees, strong motivation and problem-solving abilities, experience in politically sensitive environments, an understanding of Inuit issues and related cultural and political sensitivities, and excellent written, communication, and presentation skills. Proficiency in Inuktut would be considered a definite asset. Equivalencies between education and experience will be considered
Preference will be given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.
Starting salary is $155,200.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) a comprehensive benefits package including employee pension plan, group insurance, and vacation travel assistance.
NTI provides a variety of housing supports to employees including down payment assistance and Northern + Housing allowance of $35,865.00
For full job description, please contact:
Human Resources
Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated
Rankin Inlet, Nunavut X0C-0G0
Telephone: 867-645-5411
Fax number 867-645-3872
CLOSING DATE: October 2, 2026
Our Mission: Inuit economic, social, and cultural well-being through implementation of the Nunavut Agreement.
LOCATION: NunavutCLOSING DATE: October 2, 2026
