Communications Officer

Title: Communications Officer
Department: Nunavut Housing Corporation
Community: Iqaluit
Requisition Number: 1036
Type of Employment: 3 YearTerm

Salary range: $103,476 to $117,452 per year,37.5hours/week

Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date: November 6, 2026@ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

An eligibility list may be created to fill current and future vacancies across the department in all communities.

As this is a term position, current indeterminate Government of Nunavut employees may be offered a competitive transfer assignment for the duration of the term if they are deemed to be the successful candidate, however this is subject to managerial approval. This does not apply to successful appointees choosing Remote Work.

Do you enjoy turning information into clear, engaging communications that help people understand what matters? Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Communications Officer manages internal and external communications for the NHC, GN. Your strategic approach will help you understand the purpose, audience, and impact of information and turn it into clear, accessible, and effective communications.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering communications products and activities, including the annual report, promotional materials, website content, social media, and a photo and video library. Your creativity will help you develop engaging and innovative content, while your accountability will ensure messaging is accurate, professional, and aligned with organizational standards and objectives. You will also play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality written and visual content across all communication channels.

Main responsibilities for the Communications Officer include:

• Developing and editing content for reports, publications, and social media.

• Assisting with design and layout of corporate documents and coordinating translations.

• Maintain and update NHC’s SharePoint site, keeping photos, content, and materials organized and easy to access for staff and the Communications team.

• Organizing and supporting trade shows and promotional events.

• Providing advice on web, video, and publication standards.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a diploma in Computer Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing, Communications, Photography, Videography, Website Design, Journalism, or a related field with two (2) years work experience in one of the above-mentioned disciplines.

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.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

• 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.

Nunavut Housing Corporation

Adequate and affordable housing is crucial for strong communities. The Nunavut Housing Corporation (NHC) works to create, coordinate and administer housing programs that help Nunavummiut access a range of housing options.

As a territorial corporation of the Government of Nunavut (GN), NHC provides opportunities for individuals and families to access housing that supports a healthy, secure, independent, and dignified lifestyle. We do this by working with Nunavut’s communities, local housing organizations partners, industry, and other stakeholders. We offer a range of housing-related programs that together support: new construction, maintenance and repairs, education and training, financing, policy development, public housing, and staff housing to GN employees.

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.