Chief Electoral Officer of Nunavut

Chief Electoral Officer of Nunavut

Applications are invited for the position of Chief Electoral Officer of Nunavut. This is a seven-year, full-time statutory appointment. The Chief Electoral Officer is an Independent Officer of the Legislative Assembly, appointed on the recommendation of the Legislative Assembly pursuant to the Nunavut Elections Act. The position exercises a range of powers and responsibilities under the Nunavut Elections Act and the Plebiscites Act. The Chief Electoral Officer is responsible for the conduct of territorial general elections and by-elections, as well as elections to municipal councils and other bodies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct territorial general elections and by-elections, elections to municipal councils and other bodies.
• Interpret, administer, and explain complex statutes and regulations under the Nunavut Elections Act and the Plebiscites Act.
• Prepare comprehensive annual reports to the Legislative Assembly.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with the general public, stakeholder groups, and the news media.

Qualifications

• Experienced senior manager with proven professional success in managing complex administrative operations.
• Knowledge of electoral administration and legislation; high degree of attention to detail.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to draft comprehensive reports.
• Ability to communicate with the public, stakeholders, and media effectively.
• Understanding of Inuit societal values, language and culture is a definite asset.

Benefits

• Salary range $145,094 to $207,277 per annum.
• Relocation assistance if not a resident of Rankin Inlet at the time of appointment.
• Subsidized staff housing.
• Position of Trust with satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.

How to Apply

Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the requirements and competencies set out in the Position Profile. Applications are accepted until 5:00 pm (EST) on Friday, September 29, 2023. Applications and inquiries should be directed to:

Secretary to the Management and Services Board
Office of the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut
P.O. Box 1200, Iqaluit, NU, X0A 0H0
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Job Categories: Other. Job Types: Full-Time.

Advertised until: 2023-09-22