Human Resources Recruitment Consultant

Full-time, Permanent. Remote work – in Ottawa, ON – ability to travel to main office when required. Deadline to Apply - June 15 (11:59pm EST).

Application Information : In your cover letter, tell us about a recreational activity or hobby you enjoy outside of work! Company Description Sivummut Solutions Ltd. is a consulting firm providing expertise across multiple organizational disciplines, including Human Resources, Communications, Leadership, Governance, Strategic Planning, Education and Training, and Policy Development. Our mission is to assist clients in identifying and addressing their specific needs.

As a leading provider of HR and Strategic Planning services, we are dedicated to fostering healthy, sustainable, and thriving communities by leveraging innovative solutions to build capacity among Inuit throughout Canada. Founded in 2011, Sivummut Solutions serves a wide range of clients, including government departments, Inuit organizations, municipalities, and private businesses. Our team combines deep local knowledge with professional experience to help clients achieve their goals and create lasting, functional plans that support organizational growth.

With deep ties to Nunavut, most of our team has lived and worked in the Territory, bringing first-hand knowledge and experience to our projects. We pride ourselves on creating inclusive, supportive, and respectful work environments where every voice is heard and team member is valued. Our corporate culture is built on the principles of mentorship, continuous learning, and professional development.

We prioritize providing opportunities for growth, ensuring that both our staff and our clients have access to the tools and resources needed to succeed. Collaboration is central to our approach, enabling us to deliver innovative solutions tailored to the distinct needs of the communities we serve. With a focus on efficiency, flexibility, integrity, and building long-term relationships, our team is committed to exceeding our clients’ expectations with exceptional, culturally grounded service that is rooted in Inuit Societal Values and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles.

Role Description Sivummut Solutions is excited to announce a new opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking Human Resources Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. This role focuses on supporting the staffing and recruitment needs of our clients across Nunavut, including government departments, Inuit organizations, municipalities, and other partners. As a key consultant, you will lead full-cycle recruitment and staffing initiatives while helping clients strengthen their teams through strategic, people-centered recruitment solutions.

This role goes beyond traditional recruitment administration. You will develop targeted recruitment strategies, guide client managers through staffing and selection processes, and provide strategic advice on workforce planning, recruitment challenges, and HR best practices. Working closely with senior leadership, project teams, and stakeholders, you will help shape effective and culturally respectful hiring approaches that support the unique needs of Nunavut communities and organizations.

At Sivummut Solutions, we encourage autonomy, creativity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial mindset. This is an opportunity for an experienced HR professional to bring fresh ideas, influence recruitment strategies, and contribute to meaningful work that supports long-term organizational and community capacity across Nunavut. If you are passionate about talent acquisition, relationship-building, and creating people-first staffing solutions that drive organizational success, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition, Recruitment & Staffing Lead full-cycle recruitment & staffing activities, including proactive sourcing, candidate screening, developing various types of assessment tools and evaluation criteria, conducting interviews using behavioural interviewing, and facilitating selection committee activities to ensure compliance with policies and best practices. Develop and implement targeted recruitment approaches informed by labour market trends, client needs, and industry benchmarks. Guide client managers through the recruitment and selection process, providing training and support to enhance their recruitment skills.

Manage job postings, oversee offer processes, and coordinate onboarding of new hires, ensuring alignment with client HR policies. Build and maintain talent pools through engagement with educational institutions, industry networks, and outreach initiatives. Monitor recruitment outcomes and analyze metrics to improve efficiency, presenting findings and recommendations to clients.

Client Consultation Conduct initial meetings and interviews with client stakeholders to determine specific recruitment needs and organizational goals. Analyze existing recruitment processes and staffing data within client organizations to identify areas of improvement and streamline hiring practices. Interpret and apply applicable legislation, regulations, and HR policies when advising clients on recruitment, staffing and HR matters.

Collaborate with clients to develop tailored recruitment strategies that align with their unique challenges and business objectives. Facilitate regular check-ins and feedback sessions with clients to ensure ongoing alignment and responsiveness to recruitment needs as they evolve. Prepare and present detailed reports on recruitment trends, challenges, and recommended strategies to client leadership.

Project Coordination Assist in the development and implementation of recruitment timelines and deliverables in coordination with client managers and project teams. Define roles and responsibilities within the recruitment process, ensuring clarity and accountability among team members. Utilize applicant tracking systems and project management tools to monitor recruitment activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and best practices.

Organize and lead meetings with HR and client teams to discuss recruitment progress, address challenges, and share updates on project initiatives. Serve as the primary contact for client stakeholders, providing updates on recruitment status and adjusting timelines or processes, as necessary. Strategic HR Advice & Consultation Partner with client leadership teams to assess HR challenges and organizational culture, providing strategic insights to enhance staffing procedures.

Develop and implement customized HR strategies that meet clients' workforce needs while addressing identified recruitment challenges. Establish metrics and frameworks for evaluating the success of recruitment strategies, providing ongoing support and revisions as necessary. Cultural Competency and Community Engagement Engage with Indigenous communities respectfully, honoring cultural protocols and governance.

Ensure Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles and values are reflected in HR practices. Support culturally respectful practices and uphold client/community protocols related to Indigenous data, knowledge, and engagement. The majority of these responsibilities will support the work of our clients, and occasionally as demand requires, this role will support the Human Resources needs of Sivummut Solutions.

Knowledge & Skills HR Expertise: Strong knowledge of recruitment and staffing. Data & Research Proficiency: Strong analytical and research skills. Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Project & Time Management: Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively. Confidentiality & Sensitivity: Manage sensitive information with discretion. Cultural Awareness: Understanding of regional, social, political, and cultural realities, particularly within Indigenous communities.

Attention to Detail: Commitment to accuracy and quality of work. Technical Proficiency: MS 365, SharePoint, etc. Problem-Solving & Initiative: Proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Essential Qualifications & Experience Undergraduate degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field. Minimum 8 years of directly related progressive work experience in the Human Resources field. Of which, a minimum of 2 years of directly related experience in staffing, talent acquisition, and/or recruitment, is required.

Experience working in the public sector is required. An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered. Assets Certification in a recognized Human Resources program.

For example; Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP). Graduate degree in Human Resources or related field. Experience living or working in Nunavut, and knowledge of Inuit language, communities, culture, land, and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.

Experience with HRIS (i.e., Oracle) and applicant tracking systems. Demonstrated ability to provide beneficial recommendations to solve HR or project related issues. Familiarity with the unique challenges and needs of Indigenous communities.

Experience working remotely with remote teams and/or in hybrid working models. Demonstrated working knowledge across multiple human resources functional areas is preferred. Proficiency in business intelligence software, data analytics, and custom software solutions.

Familiarity with organizational change management principles, especially in diverse or complex environments. Experience in the consulting industry. Bilingualism (English/French/Inuktitut) is considered an asset.

Requirements CRC with acceptable results. Salary & Benefits We offer an annual salary range of $85,000 to $105,000 , comprehensive benefits, and performance-based incentives. For a full job description please visit our website: https://sivummutsolutions.ca/careers/