Manager, Research (National Inuit Health Survey)

ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᖁᓪᓗᓯ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓂᑦᓯᓐᓂᒃ.
Iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqtut ilagijauqataullutik Inuit Nunanganni Nunalirinirnmut Angirutiusimajunut sivulliqpautauniaqtut iqqanaijaaqtaartitaujunnaqtunut. Ikajuqturpatsi iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqataujusi nalunaiqsiqullusi ilagijauqataunitsinnik.
APPLICANTS WHO ARE REGISTERED UNDER AN INUIT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE INUIT APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENSURE AUTHENTICITY OF INUIT OR OTHER INDIGENOUS IDENTITY CLAIMS.
Closing Date: May 25, 2026
Manager, Research (National Inuit Health Survey) - Existing position
Band: 5 - $80,781 - $100,976 **Compensation is aligned with internal equity and market benchmarks. In limited circumstances, offers above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise**
This role, as with all positions at ITK is 100% in-office, requires being in the office full-time at 75 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON.
We do not use AI to assess or screen applications. Our hiring process is grounded in human review and values lived experience, cultural competency, and diverse career paths, in addition to formal education and work experience.
JOB SUMMARY
The Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) is an ongoing program, requiring two managers.
Reporting to the Director of Policy Advancement, the Manager is responsible for leading the implementation and delivery of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) as an ongoing national program.
The Manager leads a team of staff and oversees day-to-day program operations, ensuring the effective coordination, delivery, and reporting of survey activities. Working collaboratively with Inuit Treaty Organizations, regional partners, and internal teams, the Manager ensures that QNIHS activities are delivered in alignment with organizational priorities, timelines, and funding requirements.
This role is accountable for program execution, team leadership, and operational oversight, including survey implementation, data processes, and stakeholder coordination.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & DELIVERY
Lead and manage the implementation of QNIHS activities, ensuring alignment with approved plans and priorities
Oversee survey operations, including coordination of design, data collection, processing, and dissemination activities
Manage program timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements, ensuring high-quality and timely outputs
Oversee project and program budgets, ensuring effective use of resources
Identify operational risks and issues, and implement solutions to maintain program delivery
Ensure coordination with Inuit regions to support consistent and effective implementation
PEOPLE LEADERSHIP
Lead, supervise, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Set priorities and assign work, ensuring alignment with program objectives
Manage staff performance, including coaching, feedback, and performance reviews
Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members
PLANNING & COORDINATION
Develop and manage operational plans and workplans for QNIHS activities
Translate strategic direction into actionable program activities and deliverables
Coordinate activities across internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and progress
Support the development of proposals and funding-related materials, as required
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT & COLLABORATION
Maintain strong working relationships with Inuit Treaty Organizations, governments, and partners
Coordinate engagement and collaboration with regional and community stakeholders
Work closely with internal teams, including Communications and research functions, to support program delivery
Represent QNIHS and ITK in meetings, working groups, and forums, as assigned
DATA & POLICY SUPPORT
Oversee data-related activities, including coordination of analysis and reporting outputs
Support the development of policy products and recommendations based on survey findings
Ensure data activities align with Inuit research principles and organizational priorities
ADMINISTRATION & OVERSIGHT
Oversee program administration, including documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements
Ensure effective coordination of meetings, working groups, and program activities
Maintain appropriate records and systems related to program delivery
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of Inuit health priorities and the social determinants of health
Understanding of Inuit communities, governance structures, and land claim agreements
Knowledge of research, survey methodologies, and data processes
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and competing priorities
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support evidence-based work
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);
EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 8 years of related work experience in a similar role;
Experience managing staff and leading a team;
Experience in analysis, program development, evaluation, and consultation;
General research and policy development experience;
Experience in developing and implementing research and surveys;
Experience with project management or program development;
Experience with partnership development and maintenance.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline, such as public health, health sciences, epidemiology, public policy and political or social science.
OTHER INFORMATION
Office environment: frequent use of computer and telephone
Long periods of sitting at a desk in front of a computer
Occasional travel and regular meetings
Operational direction is provided by the Director
Politically sensitive issues may become stressful
Frequent deadlines, which intensify when workload is large
BENEFITS
Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:
100% employer-paid group insurance upon hire
Employer RRSP contributions
Annual training allowance
Excellent health and wellness allowance
Relocation allowance
Vacation – starting at 3 weeks/year
Paid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)
Candidates with exceptional skills or experience may be considered for compensation above the posted range.
*Applicants who are registered under an Inuit Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage Inuit applicants to self-identify. We reserve the right to ensure authenticity of Inuit or other Indigenous identity claims.

Employment type
Permanent Full-Time

Work arrangement
No