Sport and Recreation Development Officer

Title: Sport and Recreation Development Officer
Department: Community Services
Community: Baker Lake
Requisition Number: 1082
Type of Employment: Indeterminate
Salary range: $112,003.00 to $127,115.00 per year, 37.5 hours/week
Northern Allowance: $24,767.00 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date: November 20, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. central time

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2026. 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.

Reporting to the Manager of Sport and Recreation Programs, the Officer provides technical advice and program support to sport and recreation stakeholders including other GN departments, communities, organizations and individuals in the planning and implementation of sport and recreation programs and services. This position supports the on-going development of sport, physical activity, and recreation programs for Nunavummiut; this is accomplished by developing and maintaining partnerships among sport and recreation stakeholders.

This position supports clients and partners in the planning, implementing and evaluation of sport and recreation programs and services. The incumbent provides expert advice to the Division’s management team, and stakeholder groups regarding the development and implementation of sport and recreation policy and programs, and initiatives in Nunavut. This position is also responsible for monitoring and evaluating programs and initiatives supported through the Department’s Grant’s and Contributions Program.

The Sport and Recreation Development Officer will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating programs and initiatives supported through the Departments-Sport & Recreation Grants and Contribution Program. This position supports organizations and communities in accessing support from the department and ensures financial accountability and program reporting requirements are met. This position actively participates in the planning and implementation of the Department’s programs and services are (e.g., Team Nunavut-Major Games Program), This position requires an understanding of the volunteer sector and the ability to prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines An understanding of accepted sport development policies and principals (e.g., Canadian Sport Policy, and Canadian Sport for Life/Long Term Athlete Development) combined with demonstrated experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation within the volunteer or government sector is required.

The ideal candidate would have a university degree in a related field (i.e., kinesiology, recreation), with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience.

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.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.