Manager Cancer Screening Program

Title: Manager Cancer Screening Department: Health Community: Iqaluit Requisition Number: 758 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $124,653 - $141,419 per annum for 37.5 per week shift schedule Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union Closing date: June 12, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only. Reporting to the Chief Public Health Officer, the Manager Cancer Screening Program is responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of strategies, initiatives and programs. With the guidance of the Clinical Lead, the Manager will apply expertise in project management, cancer screening protocols, health systems development, cancer control, health and wellness promotion, and chronic disease prevention to develop a culturally sensitive, clinically sound cancer screening program, that incorporates Inuit societal values into the overall goal to improve health and cancer outcomes. The Manger, Cancer Screening Programs will also be responsible for: * Designing, planning, coordination and implementation of this program. * Preparing and disseminating information on program outputs and outcome measures, quality and performance metrics, and research of evidence‑based practice. * Effective reporting, monitoring and evaluation of the cancer screening program. * Establishing an effective population‑based cancer screening program that is Nunavut specific and territory wide * Oversee fiscal direction and is accountable to the department and outside funding agencies. * Providing guidance to ensure that health program implementation is focused, coordinated, and has an effective financial management and reporting system. * Collaboration with the Health Operations Division, the Population Health Division, various committees and key stakeholders to develop and coordinate a territorial cancer screening program. The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually acquired through a recognized undergraduate degree in health-related field, preferably in health science, public health or nursing along with three (3) years’ experience developing and managing health programs or a related field. One (1) year supervisory experience is also required. A master’s degree in health-related field is considered as an asset. This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required. 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. * The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy. * Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. * Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. * Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut. * Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. * The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application. The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. 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. Department of Health The Department of Health (HEA) is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at HEA work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.