ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and advantages obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Innovation, Science and Climate Change (ISCC), the Applied Research & Knowledge Mobilization Manager is responsible for leading IRC’s knowledge acquisition projects and will oversee efforts related to data analysis, modelling, results generation and science communication. Areas of focus may include resource development, climate, environmental, health, social, cultural, and economic matters throughout the Inuvialuit Settlement Region (ISR). To achieve meaningful advancements in these areas, the incumbent will draft proposals to secure funding, manage research administration,



design and oversee projects, including selecting appropriate methodologies and techniques for conducting research and leading the development of research instruments, such as survey questionnaires, training/information guides and infrastructure. The Applied Research & Knowledge Mobilization Manager will review research related fieldwork, validate, and analyze collected data, draft reports, and communicate results. One key area of focus will the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS).

The Applied Research & Knowledge Mobilization Manager will be responsible for supervising internal research and monitoring staff focused on programs related to Inuvialuit social, cultural, economic, and environmental wellbeing. This position is responsible for successfully acquiring funds to maintain/grow their team, implementing research policy, executing IRC’s strategic plan, mobilizing knowledge, and fostering the next generation of Inuvialuit researchers. To be successful in the role, the incumbent will plan and administer program budgets, work collaboratively with internal and external partners and support the research team to ensure the completion of projects on time and on budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

- At least a Master’s degree in social or health sciences.

Experience:

- At least 5 years of experience in an applied research setting (e.g.,



university or government);
- At least 5 years of experience in preparing and analyzing various types of statistical data, producing summary statistics and research reports;
- At least 3 years of direct supervisory experience in a research or policy setting;
- At least 5 years of project management experience (PMI designation preferred);
- At least 5 years of experience in financial management, planning, forecasting and reporting;
- At least 2 years of experience in data analysis and communicating statistical information with a focus on non-technical audiences;
- Highly proficient in the use statistical tools, algorithms, models, and software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS, SAS, etc.).
- Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations

Additional Qualifications:

- Specialized knowledge of data collection, methods, and statistics.
- Working knowledge of the Inuvialuit Settlement Region;
- Demonstrated proficiency working with computers (including GIS, numerical models, database management and the Microsoft Suite);
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong networking skills;
- Highly motivated, analytical, dependable, independent with a strong work ethic;
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously;
- Reliable and willing to work with minimum supervision;
- Willingness to travel, particularly within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region. Adverse weather conditions may be encountered at different times during the year.
- Flexible and creative in finding solutions to issues that arise.

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📌 Applied Science And Knowledge Mobilization Manager (Inuvik)
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