Reports to: Director of Business Development

Responsibilities

- Oversee and manage the fisheries file andincluding 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 importantdevelopment 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;
- Robust 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%
- Group Insurance: Life, LTD, Health, & Dental
- Vacation: Starting at 20 days
- Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000
- Gas Allowance (Nunavik): To a max. of $3,500
- Cargo Allowance (Nunavik): To a max. of $6,500
- Sick Days: 15days
- Isolation Premium (Nunavik): To a max. of $20,800
- Southern Housing Allowance: To a max. of $12,000

📌 Fisheries Manager (Montreal)
🏢 Makivik
📍 Montreal