Responsibilities

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  • Lead collection and analysis of epidemiological data from a variety of sources and provide interpretation to key stakeholders, including but not limited to, elected officials, policy makers, researchers, and community members.
  • Collaborate closely with regional, provincial, and federal health partners on shared public health priorities and activities.
  • Contribute to the development of collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to exchange/clarify information and to enhance the dissemination of and access to information.
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and evaluation of surveillance systems for communicable and non-communicable diseases.   
  • Write timely annual and ad hoc epidemiological reports on a variety of health topics, to support departmental reporting, policy and program development, as well as advocacy and funding applications.
  • Participate in key initiatives including the TB elimination strategy and the development and rollout of a provincial Electronic Medical Record system.
  • Critically evaluate current and planned public health programs in the region, and provide strategic advice and recommendations for program improvements.
  • Support data collection and provide advice during outbreak investigations in Nunatsiavut. 
  • Other related duties as required.
Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Epidemiology (e.g. MSc, MPH) with 5 years related experience in a Public Health setting or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
  • Experience with project management; 
  • Experience with partnership development and maintenance. 
Assets
  • Bilingual in Inuttitut and English both spoken and written;
  • A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Diver license is a condition of employment.
Benefits
  • Competitive Paid Leave Package
  • Travel Benefit
  • Labrador Allowance
  • Group insurance including health and dental
  • Group pension

 

Department: Health & Social Development

Location: Nunatsiavut (Nain, Hopedale, Postville, Makkovik, Rigolet)/Happy Valley-Goose Bay

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: November 13, 2026

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume to careers@nunatsiavut.com.

Applications should be submitted before 4:30 pm on closing day.

Interested in a Career?
If you have any questions about employment with the Nunatsiavut Government, you can always reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@nunatsiavut.com.

We look forward to speaking with you!