Health Promotion Specialist

Government of Nunavut Recruitment•Iqaluit, NU

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Territorial Director, Population Health, the Health Promotion Specialist (Specialist) provides leadership in health and wellness promotion and supports community development. The Specialist is responsible for ensuring that health promotion strategies developed through methods are consistent with current evidence-based approaches and grounded in promising practices, while also being consistent with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit. The Specialist is vital in the support and development of health communities in Nunavut and that opportunities for partnership both within and outside government are maintained and enhanced. 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.

Requirements

This employment opportunity is open to residents of Iqaluit only.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in health and wellness promotion.
Supports community development.
Ensures health promotion strategies are consistent with current evidence-based approaches and promising practices.
Ensures health promotion strategies are consistent with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
Supports and develops health communities in Nunavut.
Maintains and enhances opportunities for partnership both within and outside government.