Reports to: Assistant Director – Department of Environment, Wildlife & Research

Status of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Deadline to Apply November 13, 2026

Responsibilities:

- Coordinate and contribute to the development, review, and implementation of policies, programs and strategies for the Nunavik Marine Region related but not limited to land use, conservation, navigation, search and rescue and harvesting rights;
- Work in close collaboration with the Nunavik Marine Region Institutions of public government, federal and territorial governments, Land Claims organisations and Nunavik communities to ensure integrated and effective marine policies;
- Prepare and review technical reports, briefing notes, and policy recommendations for the Department;
- Support and collaborate on community-based monitoring programs and research projects to support policy development and decision-making;
- Communicate information to communities in relation to marine policies, project and program;
- Be available to travel as needed;
- Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:

- Possess a Sc. in setting, biology, geography or a closely related science discipline;




- Minimum 3 to 5 years professional experience in wildlife management and research;
- Traditional Inuit knowledge is an Asset;
- Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
- Inuktitut is an asset;
- Experience working directly with Nunavik communities or other Arctic regions is a significant asset;
- Experience with project management, funding application, and report writing;
- Understanding of Inuit culture, values and history, particularly within Nunavik;
- Interpersonal communication (oral and written), and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and trust across diverse groups;
- Experience in marine and land use planning exercises;
- Security clearance is required.

All marginal benefits available to employees of the Corporation as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual

It is the Corporation’s objective to favor and promote the employment of Inuit beneficiaries of the JBNQA.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Marine Policy Advisor (Quebec City)
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