Vice-President, Northern Projects Management Office, Policy and Communications

Duties
The Vice-President (Assistant Deputy Minister), Northern Projects Management Office, Policy & Communications leads the work of a diverse team of professionals. As Vice-President, you will:• Oversee the Northern Projects Management Office (NPMO), ensuring effective federal coordination in impact assessments and regulatory processes, Crown consultation record‑keeping, and issues management for major projects across the territories.
• Lead integrated policy and planning functions, ensuring that CanNor’s strategies, programs, and initiatives are evidence‑informed, coherent, and aligned with federal priorities and northern realities.
• Provide executive oversight of the Corporate Secretariat, including Cabinet and Treasury Board submissions, ministerial briefings and parliamentary affairs.
• Lead strategic and corporate communications, ensuring that internal and external communications are consistent, timely, and reflective of Government of Canada standards, while supporting effective engagement with northern audiences.
• Foster strong relationships with territorial and Indigenous governments, northern communities, federal departments, co‑management boards, and industry partners, supporting horizontal collaboration, regulatory coherence, and Reconciliation commitments.Ideal Candidate Profile:You are a seasoned senior level executive who demonstrates the following executive leadership competencies:
• Strategic thinking and sound judgement in complex, multi‑jurisdictional environments
• Strong people leadership, team development, and talent mobilization skills
• Collaborative leadership across departments, governments, and partners
• Excellence in communication, negotiation, and horizontal integration
• Commitment to Reconciliation, distinctions‑based approaches, and Indigenous partnership
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory, economic, and policy landscapes
• Strong stewardship, governance, and results‑focused management

Work environment
The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) works with territorial and Indigenous governments, northern communities, federal departments, and industry partners to support sustainable, inclusive, and diversified economic development across the territories. With headquarters in Iqaluit and regional offices in Yellowknife and Whitehorse, and an administrative office in Ottawa, CanNor drives northern economic priorities, supports major project coordination, and advances programs that foster growth and opportunity in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and Yukon.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to fill one permanent full-time position in one of the three territories – Iqaluit (Nunavut), Yellowknife (Northwest Territories) or Whitehorse (Yukon) – with a government language profile of Bilingual non-imperative CBC/CBC. Only candidates who are available to work at the above-noted locations should apply. Relocation assistance is available if needed. Government housing is available in Iqaluit, Nunavut.No pool will be established to fill other positions.

Positions to be filled
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Important messages
Total Compensation and Benefits:This Executive position includes the following competitive compensation and benefits:-Salary: $197,774 to $232,676 + northern allowance, performance pay, and one (1) Vacation Travel Assistance per year which includes a spouse/common-law partner and dependants. * Allowances vary by location: • Current annual rates are as follows:
• Iqaluit: approximately $24,819 - $44,990
• Yellowknife: approximately $18,527 - $26,363,
• Whitehorse: approximately $9,336 - $12,989 Vacation Travel Assistance: Employees and their dependants are each eligible to receive a vacation travel assistance ranging from $800 - $2,400 per person. Rates vary according to the position's location-Executive benefits package including medical, dental, defined benefits pension and more.-Relocation assistance.-Government housing is available for positions in Iqaluit, Nunavut.Please note rates and conditions are subject to change.When you begin your application, you’ll be invited to answer a few questions about your background and qualifications (education and experience). This is a great opportunity to showcase the depth of your leadership experience, so we encourage you to share clear, detailed examples that highlight your impact.Consider outlining where and when you gained key experience, the scope of your responsibilities, and the roles you held. Highlight the initiatives you led, the organizations you supported, the timelines you managed, and the strategic actions you implemented, along with the measurable impact those actions achieved. The more specific you are about your contributions and results, the easier it is for us to fully appreciate the value you bring.All essential qualifications must be met to be considered for the position, and additional qualifications may help determine the final selection. Some of these will be assessed directly through your application, so please include examples that best reflect your experience and strengths.We look forward to learning more about you and appreciate the effort you put into your application.

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Secret security clearance

Medical clearance: the candidate and their dependents (including spouse or common-law partner and children) may be required to obtain Health Canada medical clearance in accordance with the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive.

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• Ability and willingness to work outside of normal working hours, with short or no notice.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively.

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Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position,
OR
an acceptable* combination of education and experience.*Acceptable refers to completion of secondary school with post-secondary studies/courses in a relevant field and progressive experience in a leadership role.

Experience:• *Recent and **significant experience in providing strategic leadership and direction in the development or implementation of ***complex policy initiatives, programs, and strategies.• *Recent and **significant leadership experience in managing ***complex financial and human resources matters.• **Significant experience providing strategic advice, recommendations, and briefings to senior executives on high-profile and complex issues.• **Significant experience building, collaborating and maintaining partnerships with internal and external
stakeholders.*NOTE:
*Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last five (5) years.**Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with full time performance of these duties for a minimum of the past 5 years. ***Complex issues are defined as issues with the following characteristics: multidimensional; sensitive; confidential; affecting many partners/stakeholders; precedent-setting and/or having a major impact on the public service/private sector; and/or having the potential for significant media coverage.

Knowledge
K1. Knowledge of the political, socio-economic and cultural environment of Canada’s North.

Key Leadership Competencies:
KLC1. Create Vision and Strategy
KLC2. Mobilize People
KLC3. Uphold Integrity and Respect
KLC4. Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
KLC5. Promote Innovation and Guide Change
KLC6. Achieve ResultsFor further information on key leadership competencies, please refer to the following link: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile/examples-effective-ineffective-behaviours.html

Abilities
A1. Ability to communicate effectively

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Applied / assessed at a later date

Bilingual - Non Imperative (CBC/CBC) - Non imperative staffing is a hiring approach for bilingual positions that allows candidates to be considered even if they meet all the essential qualifications except the second language requirement. If selected, the successful candidate would commit to becoming bilingual (English/French) within a two year period, with language training provided by the government.

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Asset Education
Graduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position (e.g., public policy, economics, business, law, Indigenous governance, public administration).

Asset ExperienceAE1. Extensive* experience working in the North, preferably in the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut or Inuit Nunangat.AE2. Experience working in territorial and/or Indigenous governments, organizations, or communities in the North.AE3. Experience managing major projects or regulatory portfolios in the North.AE4. Experience managing federal funding programs or contribution agreements.*Extensive is defined as the breadth and depth of experience acquired working from a location in Canada’s North or with northern governments or partners, over a minimum of three (3) years.

Organizational NeedsIn support of CanNor’s strategy to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following groups: Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, Yukon First Nations, Indigenous peoples, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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