ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐅᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᓪᓐᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᑖ ᓓᑦ ᐇ...Iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqtut ilagijauqataqullungi Inuit Nunanganni Nunalirinirnmut Angirutiusimajunut sivulliqpautauniaqtut iqqanaijaaqtaartitaujunnaqtunut. Ikajuqturpatsi iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqataujusi nalnaqsiqullusi ilagijauqataunitsinnik.APPLICANTS WHO ARE REGISTERED UNDER AN INUIT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE INUIT APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENSURE AUTHENTICITY OF INUIT OR OTHER INDIGENOUS IDENTITY CLAIMS.Closing Date: September 7, 2026Senior Communications Advisor - Existing positionBand 4: $70,276.62 - $87,845.78 **Compensation is aligned with internal equity and market benchmarks. In limited circumstances, offers above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise**This role, as with all positions at ITK is 100% in-office, requires being in the office full-time at 75 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON.We do not use AI to assess or screen applications. Our hiring process is grounded in human review and values lived experience, cultural competency, and diverse career paths, in addition to formal education and work experience.JOB SUMMARYThe Senior Communications Advisor is responsible for anticipating, planning, and delivering strategic communications, events, and campaigns that advance ITK's mandate as the national representational organization for Inuit in Canada.This is a hands-on, senior role that combines strategic planning, media relations, event and project management, and content leadership. The Advisor integrates across ITK teams to support policy advancement and advocacy.The successful candidate will bring experience in both communications strategy and execution, ensuring ITK's priorities are communicated with clarity, cultural integrity, and impact to Inuit, partners,



and the Canadian public.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESStrategic Communications & Media RelationsDevelop, implement, and evaluate integrated communications strategiesLead proactive and responsive media relations: prepare media lines, FAQs, news releases, statements, backgrounders, and coordinate interviews.Provide counsel on messaging, media tactics, and reputational risk; prepare Q&As, briefing materials, and speaking points.Support issues management and crisis response as needed.Event & Project ManagementLead the planning and execution of ITK-led events, announcements, and national gatherings.Develop event recommendations and communications plans that reflect Inuit values and strengthen relationships with Inuit regions and partners.Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring accountability and smooth execution.Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and partners to deliver skilled, culturally grounded events and campaigns.Content DevelopmentOversee content creation across ITK channels (social media, website, newsletters, reports, speeches, presentations).Ensure accessibility, accuracy, and cultural integrity in all ITK materials.Contribute to ITK publications including annual reports, quarterly reports, and the magazine.Team IntegrationWork closely with managers across ITK to anticipate communications needs and develop tailored plans for policy-specific initiatives.Participate in cross-functional planning and resource allocation.Monitoring & ReportingTrack communications performance with analytics and media monitoring.Report regularly with insights and recommendations.Maintain awareness of political and media trends affecting Inuit and Indigenous organizations.KEY CONTACTSINTERNAL CONTACTSCommunications Director and departmentCorporate Services and Executive department as required for approvals.Departments within ITK serve as client base.EXTERNAL CONTACTSInuit regionsDifferent levels of GovernmentITK partnersQUALIFICATIONSKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSStrong knowledge of Inuit regions, history, and political structures.Experience in both strategic communications and event/project management.Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to tailor communications for diverse audiences.Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; sensitive, empathetic, and culturally aware.Media relations expertise, including spokesperson preparation and issues management.Ability to manage multiple deadlines, budgets, and projects concurrently.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and web content management (WordPress).Basic photography and design/layout knowledge an asset.EXPERIENCE5+ years of experience in communications, media relations, or public affairs.Demonstrated experience leading events and/or large projects.Previous work with an Inuit or Indigenous organization strongly preferred.Experience in a political, advocacy, or government setting is an asset.EDUCATIONDegree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Public Affairs, or a related field.Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.BENEFITSConditional to ITK's Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:100% employer-paid group insurance upon hireEmployer RRSP contributionsAnnual training allowanceExcellent health and wellness allowanceRelocation allowanceVacation – starting at 3 weeks/yearPaid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)Candidates with exceptional skills or experience may be considered for compensation above the posted range.*Applicants who are registered under an Inuit Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage Inuit applicants to self-identify. We reserve the right to ensure authenticity of Inuit or other Indigenous identity claims.We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Communications Advisor (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
🏢 Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles