Title: Director, Corporate Policy Department: Finance  Community: Iqaluit    Requisition Number: 845 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $136,442 to $194,917 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available Union Status: Senior Management- Excluded Closing date: July 31, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

The Department of Finance is a central agency and the primary advisor to the Government of Nunavut (GN) on all fiscal matters. Headquartered in Iqaluit with about 200 employees, including in three decentralized offices in Cambridge Bay, Rankin Inlet and Igloolik, Finance is responsible for ensuring public funds are used to support government priorities in a manner that is characterized by high ethical standards, accountability, and openness. The Director works in Iqaluit making decisions that impact Nunavummiut in all 25 communities.

Reporting to the Deputy Minister, Finance (DM), the Director, Corporate Policy (Director), provides departmental, public agency and ministerial support by assuming the responsibility for:

• Providing expert advice and support to the Deputy Minister and Minister on departmental issues.
• Strategic planning. 
• Policy and legislation development.
• Leading the Department of Finance’s review of all GN submissions to Cabinet. 
• Corporate communications.
• Public agency oversight and support, and
• Licensing and enforcement of the Liquor Act, the Cannabis Act and related regulations and legislation, including direct support for the Liquor and Cannabis Board.

The Director is the senior manager responsible for the development of the department’s Business Plan and has a critical role in determining how government departments and public agencies manage their operations. This position has a direct and government-wide impact and can significantly affect the operating budgets of government departments and public agencies.

In addition to providing support to the Minister’s Office, Corporate Policy is responsible for researching and developing legislation and policy that can have an impact on all GN departments and public agencies. 

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Department of Finance The Department of Finance (FIN) supports the Government of Nunavut by managing public finances and ensuring funds are used appropriately. The department works on budgeting, fiscal planning, taxation and insurance, and provides financial advice that supports informed decision-making across government. By promoting responsible financial stewardship, the department contributes to the effective delivery of programs and services that support Nunavummiut.