It is the policy of the Nunavut Impact Review Board (NIRB) to attract as many qualified candidates as possible within the limits of cost effectiveness to fill vacancies in existing positions or additional positions needed from time to time.  The NIRB gives priority consideration to hiring qualified Nunavut Inuit (enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement) first, and Nunavut residents second. Applicants that are to be considered as Nunavut Inuit or Nunavut resident must clearly identify themselves with their enrolment number or permanent address in their application, and a candidate’s accepted status may be subject to verification by the NIRB.

All records of candidates, interviews, evaluations and determinations will be kept on file by the NIRB for two (2) years. The NIRB will also accept unsolicited resumes or curriculum vitae from individuals interested in being considered for potential future vacancies.

The NIRB is currently inviting applications for the following positions:

Applications can be submitted by email to humanresources@nirb.ca.

Applications should include an up-to-date resume/cv and a cover letter highlighting your fit for the position. Nunavut Inuit are invited to self-identify by including their Inuit enrollment number and will receive priority hiring consideration accordingly.

All staff positions are to be based in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut unless otherwise noted.
*Position open to Nunavut Inuit only.

Job Descriptions
The Nunavut Impact Review Board (NIRB) maintains up to date job descriptions for each of its staff positions. Each job description outlines the purpose of the position, the associated duties and responsibilities, and required qualifications.
 
The NIRB recognizes that its staff members are instrumental in achieving the Board’s mission. Employees of the NIRB are provided with significant opportunity for job satisfaction, personal growth and career advancement. Students considering a future career in impact assessment are encouraged to contact the NIRB regarding potential summer student positions, internships and mentoring opportunities.

Summer Students
Summer Students are responsible for providing clerical and administrative support and other duties as assigned.

Administration Officer
The Administration Officer provides clerical, administrative and executive support to the NIRB. This position serves as a first point of contact in office reception, providing a welcoming and professional atmosphere and supporting Board, staff members and the general public on a daily basis.

Director, Communications
The Director of Communications leads the communication of NIRB processes, events, and decisions to Government, Inuit organizations, community organizations, media outlets and the general public. This position provides oversight and creative support to the NIRB’s public engagement efforts, ensuring communications are professional and accessible, delivering key messages to target audiences.

Director, Corporate Services
Supervising a multi-disciplinary team, the Director, Corporate Services oversees financial and administrative support services for the NIRB, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, sound accounting/business practices, policies & procedures and funding agency’s reporting requirements.  This position reports to the Executive Director and advises the Board directly on finance and administration issues, ensuring that the NIRB maintains accurate, transparent and responsible accounting practices.

Director, Implementation
The Director, Implementation is responsible for operationalizing the NIRB’s strategic plan and ensuring effective implementation across the organization. This position is dedicated to coordinating efforts, advising project teams, and collaborating with Inuit organizations to create shared strategies and approaches to serve Inuit more effectively. The Director, Implementation is responsible for assessing and recommending changes to policies, procedures, and standards to ensure alignment with NIRB’s mandate and strategic goals. Upholding Inuit Quajimajatuqangit principles, this position demonstrates leadership by establishing clear goals for projects and programs, as well as overseeing their effective implementation through long-term planning, development, and maintenance of NIRB programs and initiatives.  

Director, Operations
Supervising a multi-disciplinary team, the Director, Operations leads the development of impact assessment and project monitoring processes for all project proposals referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). This position advises the Board directly on operational and technical issues, ensuring that impact assessments are undertaken in a manner which respects the NIRB’s need for procedural fairness, transparency and timely decision-making.

Executive Director
Under the direction of the Chairperson of the NIRB, the Executive Director is responsible to provide the direction, leadership and ongoing management of NIRB operations and staff, while providing advice, direction and recommendations to the Board Members regarding the mandated duties of the NIRB.

GIS Specialist
The GIS Specialist develops and maintains the NIRB internal GIS databases and mapping information related to environmental impact assessments.  This position provides key technical support to Board and staff, contextualizing information for assessments and enabling enhanced understanding of potential environmental effects through increased situational awareness and cumulative effects analysis.

Impact Assessment Officer
The Impact Assessment Officer leads the impact assessments of proposed development projects referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). With a focus on managing multiple screening level assessments and assisting in or leading the assessments for major development projects, this position advises senior management regarding operational issues, ensuring that assessments are undertaken in a fair, inclusive, and timely manner.

Interpreter/Translator
The Interpreter/Translator is responsible for providing professional Inuktitut-English and/or Inuinnaqtun-English interpretation and translation services to the NIRB.  This position is expected to promote the adoption and usage of Inuktitut/Inuinnaqtun language within the impact assessment process and NIRB operations.

Manager, Human Resources
The Manager, Human Resources (HR) leads strategic and tactical talent management for the NIRB, overseeing the daily activities of HR service delivery and supporting the strategic direction of people and culture. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing HR practices by planning, implementing, executing, and evaluating employee relations and HR policies and programs

Manager, Impact Assessment
The Manager of Impact Assessment leads the impact assessments of proposed development projects referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA) as well as reconsiderations of approved Project Certificate terms and conditions. This position is responsible for supervising staff and providing support to the Director, Operations by managing development and standardization of impact assessment methodologies, procedures, and guidance materials.

Manager, Policy
The Manager of Policy provides objective analysis and advice to the NIRB regarding various internal and external policy, planning and legislative initiatives.  Reporting to the Director of Implementation, this position plays a key role in strategic planning and assists in identifying contentious issues, alternative options and policy gaps, and assessing financial/legal implications, interdepartmental and external impacts and consistency with the NIRB mandate. The Manager, Policy is the direct supervisor of the Policy Officer.

Manager, Project Monitoring
The Manager of Project Monitoring leads monitoring programs for approved projects referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). This position is responsible for supervising staff and providing support to the Director, Operations by managing development and standardization of methodologies, procedures, and guidance materials associated with NIRB monitoring programs.

Manager, Public Registry
The Manager, Public Registry is responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance of the online and hardcopy public registries associated with assessments initiated under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act. This position oversees the incoming and outgoing public communications of the NIRB, directing inquiries and managing the flow of information pertaining to Screening and Review assessments and Monitoring programs. The Manager of Public Registry is also responsible for the direct supervision of the Public Registry Coordinators, assisting with the assignment of coordinating/tracking assessment-specific deadlines, communications and materials.

Monitoring Officer
Reporting to the Manager, Project Monitoring, the Monitoring Officer coordinates the monitoring programs for projects approved to proceed under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). With a focus on monitoring compliance with NIRB Project Certificate terms and conditions, other regulatory instruments, and terms and conditions established by NIRB Screening Decisions, this position also assists operational staff with impact assessments and community engagement tasks.

Outreach Coordinator
The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the NIRB’s public engagement initiatives and community outreach activities. This position supports the coordination of meeting logistics (working with Corporate Services and Operations departments as necessary) and serves as a key point of contact for the general public, providing friendly and accessible support to ensure events are well advertised and attended.

Public Registry Coordinator
Reporting to the Manager, Public Registry the Public Registry Coordinator assists in the receipt and distribution of project proposals in accordance with Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act, acting as a first point of contact in the impact assessment process and providing information or directing inquiries, and managing the flow of information pertaining to environmental assessments.

Screening Officer
Reporting to the Manager, Impact Assessment, the Screening Officer aids in the impact assessments of proposed development projects and the monitoring programs for approved projects referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). With a focus on administering screening level assessments, this position also assists more senior Operations staff with impact assessments and monitoring programs for major development projects and associated community engagement tasks.

Senior Finance Officer
The Senior Finance Officer provides day-to-day accounting, financial, and general administration services to the NIRB.  This position provides key support to the Director, Corporate Services in areas of records management, data entry, payroll and general accounting.

Senior Impact Assessment Officer
The Senior Impact Assessment Officer leads the impact assessments of proposed development projects (typically those of a more complex nature and/or of more public concern) and the monitoring programs for approved projects referred to the NIRB under Article 12 of the Nunavut Agreement and Part 3 of the Nunavut Planning and Project Assessment Act (NuPPAA). With a focus on managing the assessments and monitoring programs for major development projects, this position may act as a subject-matter expert when providing advice to senior management and the Board, ensuring that assessments are undertaken in a fair, inclusive and timely manner.

Systems Support Coordinator
The Systems Support Coordinator assists in the maintenance of NIRB websites, databases and systems through a combination of self-directed work and liaising with internal resources and external service providers. Thie Systems Support Coordinator serves as a first point of contact for Board and staff information-technology (IT) needs and has primary responsibility for overseeing audio/visual support for NIRB meetings and public hearings, resulting in frequent travel being required.