Commercial Initiatives Advisor

Salary: $95,000 - $127,000

Reports To: The Director of Business Development in the Economic Development Department

Job Location: Nunavik or Quebec City or Montreal

Benefits:
All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as: Simplified Pension Plan, Vacation, Sick days, Isolation premium, Cargo allowance, Group Insurance

Gas allowance, Travel Benefit, Housing allowance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to identify viable commercial capital investment opportunities across Nunavik and beyond.
• Start, develop, and manage a Makivvik subsidiary that oversees a portfolio of capital investment projects serving Inuit communities.
• Monitor regional trends in housing, business infrastructure, and construction to align with growth and development goals.
• Track and evaluate the progress of supported projects, providing updates and recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain accurate documentation of project outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Provide guidance on feasibility studies, site selection, and regulatory requirements for investment projects.
• Identify and engage potential investors, funding agencies, and government programs to support initiatives.
• Participate in departmental planning, budgeting, and reporting activities.
• Collaborate with Inuit entrepreneurs, community leaders, and local organizations to understand priorities and economic needs.
• Facilitate consultations to ensure projects reflect Inuit values and long-term community development objectives.
• Prepare investment packages, presentations, and proposals to promote Inuit-led commercial initiatives.
• Advocate for policies supporting Inuit ownership and participation in market development.
• Assist Inuit business owners in developing capital investment proposals and partnership opportunities.
• Seek funding and support training and mentorship programs for Inuit entrepreneurs.
• Coordinate workshops and resources on property management, financing, and development planning.
• Contribute to building a unified framework for implementing innovative capital investment initiatives aligned with Makivviks vision.
• Be available to travel, as requested.
• Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor.
  

Qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an analytical or financial role.
• Experience in property management and business development, particularly in the real estate sector.
• Strong understanding of investment structures, real estate valuation, and financing.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and Excel-based analysis.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with excellent research and analytical skills.
• Ability to evaluate investments based on both economic and social potential.
• Skilled in contract analysis and mediation of stakeholder objectives.
• Knowledge of Canadian infrastructure and Northern development (an asset).
• Familiarity with Inuit culture, traditional knowledge, and the Arctic environment.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across communities and organizational levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French.
• Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Security clearance is required.
  

Training will be available for Beneficiaries in the advancement for their career.

Inuit Beneficiary hiring will always be a priority at Makivvik.

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