Job Description:

Reports to:                                   The Director of Business Development in the Economic Development Department.

Responsibilities:

• Develop action plans for Makivvik’s active role in the mining sector through the development or assistance of a group of companies working in the mining industry in Nunavik;
• Development and maintain excellent working relationships with companies in the mining sector who are interested in the Nunavik Region, as well as public bodies and ministries or other groups;
• Liaise with all parties to the Raglan Agreement and the Nunavik Nickel Agreement to ensure compliance working with Makivvik’s legal department;
• Track all exploration work in the Nunavik Region;
• Work with the various Liaisons, Agents, or Coordinators in the Nunavik industry with respect to new developments in the mining sector;
• Participate on various committees related to the mining sector
• Seek out new business opportunities in the Mining sector;
• Liaise with Plan Nord and other government officials on a regular basis;
• Prepare reports and project proposals and funding applications;
• Be available to travel, as requested;
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• College diploma or University degree in management, business or a field related to mining or geology. Relevant work experience would also be considered;
• Good communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French;
• Excellent computer skills : Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• General knowledge of Inuit, Inuit traditions and cultural knowledge and understanding, is an asset;
• Demonstrate political acuity and sensitivity along with exemplary presentation and analytical skills;
• Working knowledge of the mining industry and activities;
• Demonstrates the capacity to work autonomously, a great team player and takes initiative;
• Knowledge of geographic and socio-economic characteristics of the Nunavik region would be an asset;
• Must have an excellent understanding of municipal and Indigenous government structures and processes as well as the ability to interpret policies, regulations and legislation;
• Knowledge of James Bay Northern Quebec Agreement considered an asset.

Benefits:

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