Policy Advisor ISV (Inuit Societal Values)

• Shift Work: Shift Work Not Required
• Unionized Position: No
• Regular or Restricted: Restricted to Nunavut Inuit Applicants

Title: Policy Advisor ISV (Inuit Societal Values)
Department: Culture and Heritage 
Community: Iqaluit  
Requisition Number: 994
Type of Employment: Indeterminate
Salary range: $128,392 to $145,662 per year, 37.5 hours/week
Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status: Excluded
Closing date: October 16, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to all Nunavut Inuit.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Reporting to the Director of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, the Policy Advisor, ISV (Inuit Societal Values) is responsible for establishing a policy framework, a set of Inuit Societal Values, Guidelines, Action Plans and a performance measurement and evaluation system for a new Government of Nunavut “Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit” and for furthering ISV in the public service. The Policy Advisor, ISV collaborates regularly with senior management and staff from within Department of Culture and Heritage, other departments and agencies to ensure the smooth flow of information to contribute effectively to the implementation of Iviqtippalliajut Framework.

The Policy Advisor, ISV, will also be responsible for:

• Working closely with the Policy and Planning division.

• Conducting research on ISV issues to gain a better realization of Inuit culture, tradition, regional and community diversity.

• Identifying the main components of a comprehensive policy representing the Government's stated position on ISV.

• Working closely with Senior Management to integrate changes to departmental operations, programs and services, including its Grants and Contributions program to better reflect Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) & ISV.

• Providing administrative and logistical support to the IQ division by taking meeting minutes and distributing information.

• Providing mentorship to the two advisors by sharing knowledge on the implementation of IQ and ISV.

• Working with the principle and vision of Iviqtippalliajut and Tuttarviit respectively.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized:

• Degree in social sciences, Inuit or Aboriginal studies, business administration, or a related field 
• Three (3) years of continuous experience in areas such as:
  • Government or public‑sector work
  • Strategic and operational planning
  • Program evaluation and research
  • Policy development
  • Information technology or information systems
  • Communications or business planning
  • Inuit or Aboriginal studies

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in Inuktitut is required for the position.  Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktitut 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.

• 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. 

About Us

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, 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.