Director, Human Resources/
HR/RH

Working at Nunavik Housing Bureau (NHB) means…

Contributing to the mission of an organization committed to providing comfortable, safe, and culturally appropriate housing in Nunavik’s fourteen communities. With a team of 250 employees working across the region, NHB operates in a unique northern environment where teamwork, adaptability, and collaboration are essential.

As Director of Human Resources, you will play a key role in shaping the evolution of the HR function, supporting employee development, and implementing processes adapted to the organization’s realities.

Salary and Benefits

• Total compensation, including the cost-of-living differential and food allowance, up to $160,300.00 per year, depending on experience
• Annual travel allowance for personal travel between Kuujjuaq and the rest of Quebec or Ottawa
• Housing provided according to current policies
• 35 vacation days, payable at the end of the year
• 16 statutory holidays, payable at the end of the year
• 12 sick days
• Option to accumulate a bank of 70 hours (10 days)
• Group insurance
• Pension plan with an employer contribution
• Opportunity for business travel to the thirteen other communities of Nunavik

As part of our team, you will enjoy a collaborative and rewarding work environment where your expertise will have a meaningful impact on Nunavik communities.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

HR Leadership and Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of the HR function by developing practices, processes, policies, and tools adapted to the organization’s needs
• Supervise and mobilize the HR team in carrying out its mandate
• Implement performance indicators and management tools to monitor the effectiveness of the HR function

Talent Acquisition, Employee Development and Engagement

• Develop and implement strategies to attract, develop, engage, and retain employees
• Ensure the effectiveness of recruitment, onboarding, and integration processes to meet the organization’s workforce needs
• Assess training needs
• Ensure the implementation of development plans for managers and employees
• Contribute to leadership development

Advisory Role and Labour Relations

• Advise senior management and managers on employee-related matters and labour relations issues
• Advise managers on performance management, skills development, and the application of policies and working conditions
• Monitor compliance and occupational health and safety matters (CNESST)
• Manage and monitor workplace injury and occupational illness cases

Compensation and Benefits

• Oversee compensation and benefits activities
• Manage and follow up on disability and leave files

Profile Sought

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial relations, human resources, or a related field
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in human resources, including at least six (6) years in team management role
• Experience as a human resources generalist at both the strategic and operational levels
• Significant experience managing and mobilizing teams in a multicultural and multi-site environment
• Excellent knowledge of Quebec labour laws
• Experience working in housing, within the parapublic sector, or in an Indigenous or northern setting is an asset
• CHRP or CIRC designation is an asset

Skills

• Strategic vision and ability to align HR practices with the organization’s needs and objectives
• Ability to lead change and transform HR practices and processes
• Strong professional judgment, high ethical standards, and discretion in handling confidential matters
• Strong ability to exert influence and political acumen when working with management
• Confidence and sound decision-making in complex labour relations situations
• Fluency in French and English; knowledge of Inuktitut is an asset

Experience Life in Nunavik

Working in Nunavik means discovering vast and breathtaking northern landscapes, a rich and welcoming Inuit culture, and a unique and authentic way of life.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

SEND US YOUR RESUME TO:

ldaignault@omhkativikmhb.ca