Midwifery Policy Analyst

Location: Rankin Inlet, Iqaluit or Cambridge Bay, NU

Department: Social, Cultural and Development
Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated
Located in Rankin Inlet, Iqaluit or Cambridge Bay, NU

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Health and working with a team to advance NTI’s mission, the SCD Department is responsible for activities related to NTI’s role as Designated Inuit Organization (DIO) under Article 32 of the Nunavut Agreement. The Midwifery Policy Analyst will undertake advocacy, representation, policy analysis, and research to advance NTI’s health priority areas and the implementation of Article 32 of the Nunavut Agreement. This position is expected to provide support, guidance, and analysis related to midwifery in Nunavut, including:

1. Plan & implement activities as guided by the Director and Assistant Director.
2. Analyze policy and provide recommendation(s) and options for NTI positions on midwifery.
3. Ensure all activities, projects, and initiatives comply with best practices and legal and regulatory requirements.
4. Research a full range of policy and planning issues of concern to SCD, as well as other NTI Departments as required.
5. Provide advocacy on health-related matters affecting Nunavut Inuit, based on research and statistics.

To be invited for an interview, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or 3 years of equivalent work experience in health or social policy is required. Strong policy analysis, planning, and research skills, along with strong problem-solving skills, are essential. Inuit language oral and written skills are an asset. Knowledge of health-related issues affecting Inuit in Nunavut, good knowledge of the Nunavut Agreement, and NTI’s Mission, especially Article 32, is required.

Preference will be given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.

Starting salary is $121,120.00 per annum (commensurate with experience) and includes a comprehensive benefits package, including an employee pension plan, group insurance, and vacation travel assistance.

Housing allowance of $35,232.00.

For full job description, please contact:

CLOSING DATE: February 14, 2025

Our Mission: Inuit economic, social, and cultural well-being through implementation of the Nunavut Agreement.