Director Finance
Government of Nunavut · Iqaluit · CA$128,692–CA$183,845 (stated in the posting)
Title: Director, Finance
Department: Health
Community: Iqaluit
Requisition Number: 1044
Type of Employment: Term ending June 2028
Salary Range: $128,692 to 183,845 per year, 37.5 hours/week
Northern Allowance: $16,818 per year
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available
Union Status: Senior Management- Excluded
Closing date: November 6, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time
This employment opportunity is open to all applicants. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in Canada
An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
As this is a term position ending June 2028, current indeterminate Government of Nunavut employees may be offered a competitive transfer assignment for the duration of the term if they are deemed to be the successful candidate, however this is subject to managerial approval.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Corporate Services, the Director, Finance (Director) is the senior financial advisor for the Department of Health. The position is responsible for the financial stewardship and accountability of public funds administered by Health. At the core of their duties is the oversight of the department’s capital and operations and maintenance budget, ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and in accordance with government policies and regulations. The Director of Finance is also accountable for compliance with financial regulations and standards. They must ensure that all financial transactions and operations within the department adhere to the Financial Administrative Manual (FAM) as well as legal and ethical guidelines.
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.
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