Job Description

Discover a New and Exciting Adventure as a District Director with the Nunavut Housing Corporation in Kinngait, Nunavut.

Be rewarded with a competitive salary ranging from $121,305.00 to $173,292 per year plus a Northern Allowance of $24,192.00 per year for living in Kinngait, Nunavut.*

About the Organization

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People, and recent graduates in 2024. Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

The Nunavut Housing Corporation (NHC) is an agency of the Government of Nunavut which serves the housing needs of one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada. NHC’s mandate is to create, co-ordinate, and administer housing programs in order to provide fair access to a range of affordable housing options to families and individuals in Nunavut. NHC has recently launched The Nunavut 3000 Strategy, () which is a collaboration between the government and its partners to deliver 3,000 new units across the housing continuum by 2030.

About the Job

Reporting to the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of NHC, This position is in Kinngait and is responsible for the following responsibilities:

• Lead a regional team of 26 and support 13 LHOs with a combined workforce of 156.

• Oversee delivery of housing programs, contract administration, land and mortgage services, and financial accountability.

• Be responsible for overseeing support services for over 2800 Public and 398 Staff Housing Assets

• Collaborate with community leaders and organizations to ensure housing solutions reflect local needs.

• Develop and implement a district capital plan aligned with long-range corporate goals.

• Mentor and build capacity within LHOs through training, coaching, and partnership development.

• Represent NHC in community consultations and intergovernmental discussions.

• Be responsible to encourage LHO development through the delivery of Housing Programs by working with various community groups, assisting local contractors and business, working with local community development groups, and providing and coordinating training to improve the LHO’s skill base.

About You

A People and Community Focused Leader

• A leader who leads with empathy and cultural sensitivity. Respecting and understanding Inuit culture, societal values, and the unique challenges of northern communities.

• Accountability and integrity – Upholds high standards in financial management, governance, and service delivery.

• Community-focused mindset – Genuinely invested in improving housing and quality of life for Nunavummiut.

• A resilient problem-solver who thrives in remote, cross-cultural environments.

• Adaptability – Comfortable working in a remote, cross-cultural environment where needs and conditions can change quickly.

• Mentorship and capacity building – Supports the development of staff and local organizations through training, coaching, and empowerment.

• Conflict resolution – Skilled at navigating complex issues and resolving disputes with fairness and diplomacy.

What You Bring

• Must have at least 4 years of experience managing all levels of staff including setting performance objectives and managing performance;

• Must possess 5 years of experience in property management, housing program management, or technical services management;

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Business Administration, or another field relevant to the position;

• Must have good leadership skills, and be adept at conflict resolution;

• Should have a general knowledge of housing construction; and

• Should have solid financial management experience and skills and have managed large budgets.

• General knowledge of housing construction and northern logistics.

• Experience working in a public sector, unionized, or cross-cultural environment is an asset.

• Knowledge of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut, and Nunavut communities is highly valued.

• A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check required.

How to Apply

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume to nhccareers@gov.nu.ca in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages and knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill similar current and future vacancies across the Nunavut Housing Corporation in all communities.

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