Community Development Officer – Programs

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People, and recent graduates in 2026. 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.

The Nunavut Housing Corporation (NHC) is an agency of the Government of Nunavut which serves the housing needs of one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada. NHC’s mandate is to create, co-ordinate, and administer housing programs in order to provide fair access to a range of affordable housing options to families and individuals in Nunavut.  NHC has recently launched The Nunavut 3000 Strategy, (www.igluliuqatigiingniq.ca) which is a collaboration between the government and its partners to deliver 3,000 new units across the housing continuum by 2030.

Do you want to play a key role in supporting public housing and homeownership across Nunavut communities? The Community Development Officer – Programs at the NHC offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference. In this role, you will build capacity and strong relationships with Local Housing Organizations (LHOs), community members, and other stakeholders, while delivering, monitoring, and improving housing programs. You will provide guidance, training, and support to LHO staff and Boards of Directors, and help community members with financial counseling, homeownership advice, and program information. You will also ensure the responsible use of public resources, administering programs effectively, fairly, and in line with community needs, combining hands-on program delivery, travel, and meaningful community engagement.

Key responsibilities of the successful candidate will also include:

• Support LHOs by providing training, coaching, and guidance to strengthen their capacity to deliver housing programs.

• Deliver and monitor Public Housing and Homeownership programs, including applications, approvals, and program changes.
• Advise and assist community members on homeownership, financial planning, mortgages, and program participation.
• Administer programs and agreements to ensure responsible use of public resources and compliance with NHC policies.
• Prepare community and program reports, evaluate housing program delivery, and provide recommendations for improvement.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through completion of a university degree in a related field, and three (3) years of related work experience. Experience with housing programs, mortgage or loan administration, and community capacity building is considered an asset, along with strong interpersonal, coaching, and cross-cultural communication skills. Previous experience living, working, or engaging with northern communities is also an asset and demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural northern context.

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.

An eligibility list may be created to fill current and future vacancies across the department in all communities.

• 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.