Iqaluit, Nunavut Government of Nunavut
Department: Health
Community: Iqaluit
Reference Number: 10-503451
Type of Employment: Indeterminate
Salary range: $107,751 to $153.930 per annum
Northern Allowance: $15,016 per annum
Union Status: Excluded, SRM
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available
Closing date: December 2, 2016 @ 12:00AM EST
This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
Lead by example in improving the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing community needs through the delivery of culturally appropriate programs and services.
Officially founded in 1999, Nunavut exists where tradition meets progress. Many of the Territories have inherited millennia of history and culture of indigenous people, with some settlements dating back 4,000 years. Rooted in this rich tradition, the Government of Nunavut (GN) prepares for a prosperous future by investing in high-quality education, healthcare, culture, environmental protection, and industry growth. Those who are eager to play a crucial role during a time of exciting change will also enjoy Nunavut’s majestic natural landscapes, scenic parkland, Native arts, restaurants and shopping, and numerous outdoor adventures.
The Government of Nunavut is seeking a Director, Iqaluit Community Services for the Department of Health in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Reporting to the Executive Director, Iqaluit Health Services, the Director will be accountable for the management of primary health care programs, public health programs, health promotion programs, environment health programs, rehabilitation programs, speech, language and audiology, dental and oral health programs, and home and community care services. This is a significant mandate, as the Iqaluit Health Services region covers the largest population in Nunavut and includes approximately 8,000 residents, over 21% of the population of the Territory. As Director of Iqaluit Community Services, you will be a contributor to managing a budget, an Operations & Maintenance budget of nearly $53 million, including budget development, control and forecasting, and a staff complement of 7 direct reports.
An integral part of your role will involve participating as a member of the senior leadership team in the development of short- and long-term plans for Iqaluit Health Services, as well as in the implementation and operation of community programs and procedures, with a focus on promoting service excellence and continuous quality improvement. It will fall to you as Director to ensure that professional staff maintains credentials and certification, that all staff activities are aligned with the organization’s mandate, goals and objectives, and that programs and services are managed in adherence to pertinent legislation to facilitate the capacity building of staff through encouragement and coaching.
As Director, Iqaluit Community Services, you will also act as a liaison with the Health IT department, contribute to the ongoing Meditech implementation, and facilitate the extended use of Telehealth for treatment and training. Your proven leadership skills will enable you to provide strong transformational professional direction and support to interdisciplinary teams, evaluate divisional performance, promote an environment that encourages participation in decision-making by all staff of the division, and ultimately ensure that service levels meet the needs of the population served.
This dynamic Iqaluit Community Services leadership position would be a rewarding career opportunity for a professional with a degree in Nursing or Health Services, preferably enhanced by a master’s degree in Nursing or a related field such as Public or Health Care Administration. This education will have served as a solid foundation for your 5 years (minimum) of successful management experience in a relevant field, preferably in a community health or public health nursing setting, enabling you to acquire knowledge of legislation and regulations covering professional staff, including licensing policies and procedures. Knowledge of, or experience in, staff management and supervision in cross-cultural Northern health care systems and structures is an asset. CHE would be an asset. Fluency in the Official Languages of the Territory would be a definite asset.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to gnhr@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.
The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Land Claims Beneficiaries.
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy.
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
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