Uqausirngaq Project Manager

Department of Social & Cultural Development

Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated

Located in Iqaluit, NU Under the direction of the Assistant Director – Social, the Uqausirngaq Project Manager will administer the Uqausirngaq Funding Program and support the department with Inuit language initiatives, as required.

This position exist to

- Manage an annual call for proposals - Work with Regional Inuit Associations (RIAs) to review proposals received under the Uqausirngaq Fund - Issue funding agreements and monitor project outcomes - Promote the Uqausirngaq Fund through community engagement initiatives - Monitor the success of the Uqausirngaq Funding Program - Engage the RIAs in the review of relevant programs policies and guidelines, as required - Participate in meetings with federal partners, as needed. To be invited for an interview; have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in dealing with Inuit Language/Education issues or equivalent field; minimum of at least 3 years’ of experience conducting, evaluating, and reporting on successful research projects; strong writing and communication skills; good knowledge of the Nunavut Agreement and NTI’s Mission, especially Article 32; knowledge of events that relate to Inuktut/Inuit Education in Nunavut – historical and contemporary; awareness and sensitivity to inuit issues; proven ability to work well in a team environment, deal simultaneously with multiple files, meet demanding deadlines, work well in a politically sensitive environment, work under high levels of stress/pressure,



deliver funding programs; solid presentation skills and the fluency in Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun is an asset. Preference will be given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement. Starting salary is $126,500.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) a comprehensive benefit package including an employee pension plan, group insurance and vacation travel assistance. Housing allowance of $35,865.00 CLOSING DATE: September 18, 2026 Our Mission: Inuit economic, social, and cultural well-being through implementation of the Nunavut Agreement.

Uqausirngaq Project

Manager 2026-09-01 TERM to March 31, 2028 Uqausirngaq Project Manager

Department of Social & Cultural Development

Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated

Located in Iqaluit, NU Under the direction of the Assistant Director – Social, the Uqausirngaq Project Manager will administer the Uqausirngaq Funding Program and support the department with Inuit language initiatives, as required.

This position exist to

- Manage an annual call for proposals - Work with Regional Inuit Associations (RIAs)



to review proposals received under the Uqausirngaq Fund - Issue funding agreements and monitor project outcomes - Promote the Uqausirngaq Fund through community engagement initiatives - Monitor the success of the Uqausirngaq Funding Program - Engage the RIAs in the review of relevant programs policies and guidelines, as required - Participate in meetings with federal partners, as needed. To be invited for an interview; have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in dealing with Inuit Language/Education issues or equivalent field; minimum of at least 3 years’ of experience conducting, evaluating, and reporting on successful research projects; strong writing and communication skills; good knowledge of the Nunavut Agreement and NTI’s Mission, especially Article 32; knowledge of events that relate to Inuktut/Inuit Education in Nunavut – historical and contemporary; awareness and sensitivity to inuit issues; proven ability to work well in a team environment, deal simultaneously with multiple files, meet demanding deadlines, work well in a politically sensitive environment, work under high levels of stress/pressure, deliver funding programs; strong presentation skills and the fluency in Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun is an asset. Preference will be given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement. Starting salary is $126,500.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) a comprehensive benefit package including an employee pension plan, group insurance and vacation travel assistance. Housing allowance of $35,865.00 CLOSING DATE: September 18, 2026 Our Mission: Inuit economic, social, and cultural well-being through implementation of the Nunavut Agreement. Download (DOCX, 77KB) LOCATION: Iqaluit

CLOSING DATE: September 18, 2026

📌 Uqausirngaq Project Manager (Canada)
🏢 Nunavut Tunngavik
📍 Canada