Indigenous and Northern Affairs Summer Student

B2GOLD

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position will be based in Kugluktuk or Cambridge Bay until August 2026. The role serves as a primary point of contact in B2Gold Nunavut’s Kitikmeot offices, assisting with community engagement and administrative tasks. It involves travel to project sites, communities, and other locations for meetings, community events, cultural gatherings, and industry-related activities. The position supports the planning and execution of the annual B2Gold Nunavut Kitikmeot Community Tour, other community-based initiatives, and the development of cultural awareness training. The role also assists with documentation, reporting, and communication efforts related to community engagement and supports the Indigenous & Northern Affairs team in strengthening relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Enrolled in or recently completed a post-secondary program in Indigenous Studies, Nunavut Sivuniksavut or a related field.
• Enrolment under the Nunavut Agreement is required.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Inuktitut and/or Inuinnaqtun.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time during the term of this position.
• Working rights in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact in one of B2Gold Nunavut’s Kitikmeot offices, located in either Cambridge Bay or Kugluktuk, assisting with community engagement and administrative tasks.
• Travel to Back River Project sites, Kitikmeot communities, and other locations across Canada to participate in meetings with project partners, as well as community events, cultural gatherings, and industry-related activities.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing the annual B2Gold Nunavut Kitikmeot Community Tour, including logistical coordination, communication with community representatives, and event facilitation.
• Provide support for other community-based initiatives, such as open houses, career fairs, cultural celebrations, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of cultural awareness training and programming at Back River Project sites, ensuring content reflects Inuit knowledge, traditions, and perspectives.
• Assist with documentation, reporting, and communication efforts related to community engagement, ensuring transparency and effective information sharing.
• Support the Indigenous & Northern Affairs team in strengthening relationships with Kitikmeot communities, project partners, and other key stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including salary commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills
• Group benefits package for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree