Manager, Research (National Inuit Health Survey)

ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᖁᓪᓗᓯ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓂᑦᓯᓐᓂᒃ.

Iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqtut ilagijauqataullutik Inuit Nunanganni Nunalirinirnmut Angirutiusimajunut sivulliqpautauniaqtut iqqanaijaaqtaartitaujunnaqtunut. Ikajuqturpatsi iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqataujusi nalunaiqsiqullusi ilagijauqataunitsinnik.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE REGISTERED UNDER AN INUIT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE INUIT APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENSURE AUTHENTICITY OF INUIT OR OTHER INDIGENOUS IDENTITY CLAIMS.

Closing Date: May 25, 2026

Manager, Research (National Inuit Health Survey) - Existing position

Band: 5 - $80,781 - $100,976 **Compensation is aligned with internal equity and market benchmarks. In limited circumstances, offers above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise**

This role, as with all positions at ITK is 100% in-office, requires being in the office full-time at 75 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON.

We do not use AI to assess or screen applications. Our hiring process is grounded in human review and values lived experience, cultural competency, and diverse career paths, in addition to formal education and work experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) is an ongoing program, requiring two managers.

Reporting to the Director of Policy Advancement, the Manager is responsible for leading the implementation and delivery of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) as an ongoing national program.

The Manager leads a team of staff and oversees day-to-day program operations, ensuring the effective coordination, delivery, and reporting of survey activities. Working collaboratively with Inuit Treaty Organizations, regional partners, and internal teams, the Manager ensures that QNIHS activities are delivered in alignment with organizational priorities, timelines, and funding requirements.

This role is accountable for program execution, team leadership, and operational oversight, including survey implementation, data processes, and stakeholder coordination.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & DELIVERY

Lead and manage the implementation of QNIHS activities, ensuring alignment with approved plans and priorities

Oversee survey operations, including coordination of design, data collection, processing, and dissemination activities

Manage program timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements, ensuring high-quality and timely outputs

Oversee project and program budgets, ensuring effective use of resources

Identify operational risks and issues, and implement solutions to maintain program delivery

Ensure coordination with Inuit regions to support consistent and effective implementation

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

Lead, supervise, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

Set priorities and assign work, ensuring alignment with program objectives

Manage staff performance, including coaching, feedback, and performance reviews

Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members

PLANNING & COORDINATION

Develop and manage operational plans and workplans for QNIHS activities

Translate strategic direction into actionable program activities and deliverables

Coordinate activities across internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and progress

Support the development of proposals and funding-related materials, as required

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT & COLLABORATION

Maintain strong working relationships with Inuit Treaty Organizations, governments, and partners

Coordinate engagement and collaboration with regional and community stakeholders

Work closely with internal teams, including Communications and research functions, to support program delivery

Represent QNIHS and ITK in meetings, working groups, and forums, as assigned

DATA & POLICY SUPPORT

Oversee data-related activities, including coordination of analysis and reporting outputs

Support the development of policy products and recommendations based on survey findings

Ensure data activities align with Inuit research principles and organizational priorities

ADMINISTRATION & OVERSIGHT

Oversee program administration, including documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements

Ensure effective coordination of meetings, working groups, and program activities

Maintain appropriate records and systems related to program delivery

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of Inuit health priorities and the social determinants of health

Understanding of Inuit communities, governance structures, and land claim agreements

Knowledge of research, survey methodologies, and data processes

Strong leadership and team management skills

Ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and competing priorities

Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support evidence-based work

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 8 years of related work experience in a similar role;

Experience managing staff and leading a team;

Experience in analysis, program development, evaluation, and consultation;

General research and policy development experience;

Experience in developing and implementing research and surveys;

Experience with project management or program development;

Experience with partnership development and maintenance.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline, such as public health, health sciences, epidemiology, public policy and political or social science.

OTHER INFORMATION

Office environment: frequent use of computer and telephone

Long periods of sitting at a desk in front of a computer

Occasional travel and regular meetings

Operational direction is provided by the Director

Politically sensitive issues may become stressful

Frequent deadlines, which intensify when workload is large

BENEFITS

Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:

100% employer-paid group insurance upon hire

Employer RRSP contributions

Annual training allowance

Excellent health and wellness allowance

Relocation allowance

Vacation – starting at 3 weeks/year

Paid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)

Candidates with exceptional skills or experience may be considered for compensation above the posted range.

*Applicants who are registered under an Inuit Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage Inuit applicants to self-identify. We reserve the right to ensure authenticity of Inuit or other Indigenous identity claims.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.