- Oversee and manage the fisheries file and including the annual royalties disbursed to Makivik and our quota allocations;
- Directly supervise the position of In-Shore Marine Development Manager and collaborate any development in the fisheries sector in Nunavik as well as others collaboratively;
- Collaborate with Makivik staff and Makivik subsidiaries to ensure proper links and knowledge of the fisheries industry and trends;
- Maintain a strong relationship with our fishing partner;
- Liaise with government (mainly DFO), other northern regions, and business partners in the fisheries industry;
- Attend meetings, events, trade Shows in the US, Europe and Asia to promote the fisheries products from Nunavik;
- Keep up to date with research and scientific knowledge on northern fisheries;
- Inform pertinent staff and executives on negotiations and other significant development for the fisheries file;
- Develop market tools to promote products from Nunavik;
- Be available to travel as needed;
- Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Possess a DEC in Management or Business, relevant experience will be recognized;
- Completed university education in Business Administration; education in link with fisheries would be an asset;
- Minimum 5 years or more direct experience in Business Management and experience of 3 years or more in the fisheries sector, or other relevant experience;
- Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
- Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
- Traditional Inuit knowledge is an Asset;
- Strong communication and analytical skills;
- Proven ability to liaise with the fisheries and business sector as well as with government;
- Familiarity with social, environmental, and economic issues that impact business in the North is preferred;
- Knowledge of corporate social responsibility and social purpose principles;
- Knowledge of James Bay Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA) and the Nunavik Inuit Land Claims Agreement (NILCA) is preferred;
- Security clearance is required.
Benefits: All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as: Pension Plan: Employer Contribution 7%