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Job summary

The Gladue Program Manager oversees a team of writers to ensure the timely completion of court-requested reports and facilitates collaboration between legal professionals. They also act as a primary advocate for the program and provide cultural expertise to government bodies and organizations.

Job details

Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries. The Gladue Program Manager aims to manage the high demands of Gladue reports requested by the court. Ensures a smooth process of assigning a Gladue Writer a new client and ensuring the reports are completed in a timely fashion. Plans for the Writers to obtain occasional training to stay up to date with all Gladue Principals. Works in close collaboration with both Defense lawyers and Crown Attorneys to ensure a smooth flow of information. Acts as a primary advocate in promoting the Gladue Program. Reports to: The Assistant Director of the Justice Division in the President’s Department Responsibilities Manage a team of full-time Gladue Writers as well as numerous contract writers; Assign work and provide constructive feedback to team members; Participate in meetings with government and / or outside organizations; Organize training for all Gladue Writers and ensure adequate continuous learning; Manage relationships and ensure collaboration with outside partners including but not limited to Judges, Defense lawyers and Crown Attorneys; Serve as a link between the frontline workers and upper management; Conduct performance reviews, motivate team members and provide support to employees and contract workers; Prepare and submit Gladue reports as required including any statistical reports deemed necessary by the Assistant Director; Act as a resource person regarding Inuit culture and traditions to government bodies and organizations, in matters relating to Justice; Become knowledgeable regarding community resources (Indigenous & non-Indigenous) available to Inuit offenders; Be available to travel, as requested; Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor. Qualifications High school diploma or relevant work experience; Effective communication skills in at least two (2) of the three (3) languages: Inuktitut, English and/or French; Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.); Inuit and cultural knowledge and understanding, is required; Working experience with the judicial system in Nunavik, is an asset; Working knowledge of the social, judicial or correctional field; Experience in intervention with youth or adults; Showing organizational skills and being action oriented; Demonstrating integrity and respect; Be reliable and autonomous; Security clearance is required. Benefits: All marginal benefits available to Makivvik employees annually as outlined in the Makivvik Human Resources Policy Manual such as: Simplified Pension Plan: Employer Contribution 7% Group Insurance: Life, LTD, Health, & Dental Vacation: Starting at 20 days Gas Allowance: To a max. of $3,500 Sick Days: 15 days Travel Benefit: To a max. of $25,000 Isolation Premium: To a max. of $20,800 Housing Allowance: To a max. of $12,000 Cargo Allowance: To a max. of $6,500

What you’ll do

The Gladue Program Manager oversees a team of writers to ensure the timely completion of court-requested reports and facilitates collaboration between legal professionals. They also act as a primary advocate for the program and provide cultural expertise to government bodies and organizations.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or relevant experience, along with effective communication skills in at least two of Inuktitut, English, or French. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and a deep understanding of Inuit culture and the judicial system are required.

Benefits

• Simplified Pension Plan • Group Insurance • Life Insurance • Long Term Disability • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vacation • Gas Allowance • Sick Days • Travel Benefit • Isolation Premium • Housing Allowance • Cargo Allowance

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Management
• Leadership
• Inuit Cultural Knowledge
• Communication
• Microsoft Suite
• Judicial System Knowledge
• Conflict Resolution
• Advocacy
• Performance Management
• Intervention
• Organizational Skills
• Action Oriented
• Integrity
• Autonomy
• Performance Review
• Security Clearance
• English Language
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• French Language
• Program Management
• Continuous Development
• Effective Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Relationship Management
• Constructive Feedback
• Statistical Reporting
• Team Motivation

Job areas

• Legal
• Social Services
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Program Manager
• Court Administrator
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
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