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The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2022. 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.

The Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) Fiscal Management for the Government of Nunavut (GN) is to provide leadership and oversight of the GN’s financial operations and fiscal accountability. Serving as a critical member of the Department of Finance, the ADM supports the Financial Management Board by offering expert analysis, fiscal policy recommendations, and leading the government’s capital and operations budget planning. Additionally, the ADM oversees the development and implementation of fiscal and economic policies, manages the territory’s tax system and the Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Commission, and ensures the financial stability of government programs and services. This role directly supports the GN’s broader strategic objectives of delivering effective public services across the territory, ensuring financial integrity, and promoting sustainable fiscal management.

Key Responsibilities

• Budget and Financial Oversight: Leading the Government of Nunavut’s capital and operations budget planning cycles, including revenue forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and preparing the annual Estimates.
• Policy Development and Implementation: Directing the development and execution of comprehensive fiscal, financial, and economic policies, research strategies, and related legislation to ensure the financial health and accountability of the GN.
• Expert Advisory Role: Providing expert advice and guidance to the Minister of Finance, Deputy Minister, and other senior officials on matters related to fiscal policy, financial operations, and territorial financial management.
• Representation and Advocacy: Representing the GN at senior levels with external stakeholders, governments, and inter-jurisdictional bodies on key fiscal, financial, and economic issues, including tax system regulation and territorial insurance systems.
• Leadership of Key Divisions: Overseeing four divisions within the Department of Finance, including Corporate Services, Expenditure Management, Fiscal Policy, and the Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Commission, ensuring their effective and efficient operations.
• Regulation of Tax and Insurance Systems: Managing Nunavut’s tax system and overseeing the regulatory responsibilities under the Insurance Act, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
• Strategic Planning: Contributing to the GN’s long-term fiscal strategies and frameworks, including the development of policies to advance Nunavut’s economic stability and public financial management.
• Governance of Public Agency: Overseeing the Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Commission, ensuring responsible operations aligned with government policy on liquor and cannabis distribution and regulation.
• Fiscal Risk Management: Acting as the designated risk owner for financial risks within the GN, managing financial stability, debt, and borrowing strategies.
• Human Resources and Team Development: Leading a team of 77 employees across multiple divisions, fostering a strong team culture, managing recruitment, and promoting professional development within the department.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial and regulatory frameworks, specifically within the public-sector context of Nunavut. With extensive knowledge of the Financial Administration Act, Revolving Funds Act, Liquor Act, Cannabis Act, and related legislation, the candidate will be well-versed in the intricacies of compliance, audit, and enforcement practices. Familiarity with territorial taxation acts and a strong foundation in legislative, regulatory, and policy development will be essential to navigate the governance structures and financial operations of the Government of Nunavut (GN). The candidate will also possess a robust knowledge of public-sector financial and human resource management, complemented by expertise in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and accounting.

This role requires a seasoned leader with the ability to guide a geographically dispersed team while driving operational excellence in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, crucial for building strategic networks across government, industry, and local communities. Strong judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to foster consensus in diverse and evolving landscapes are essential to succeed in this position.

As a highly skilled project manager, the candidate will oversee multiple initiatives, from IT and operations to policy and human resources, while ensuring effective budget management and procedural development. Their ability to navigate complex financial systems, public-sector procurement, and cross-cultural environments, particularly within Nunavut’s unique social and cultural context, will be key. Adaptability, innovation, and the capacity to work independently or as part of a team are critical attributes that will enable the candidate to meet both immediate challenges and long-term organizational goals.

Qualifications

• A undergraduate degree in public finance, public administration, economics, or a related field from a recognized university;
• 10 years of progressive experience, including at least 5 years at a senior manager level in a public-sector environment.

This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

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• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.