People Coordinator
Job Summary
Job Description
The People Coordinator will support the team and workplace in Iqaluit by assisting with hiring, training, office supplies, and welcoming guests. Responsibilities include preparing job offer letters, participating in interviews, onboarding new staff, tracking training, and acting as a point of contact for HR inquiries. Additionally, the role involves managing office supplies, arranging airport pickups, organizing meetings, maintaining office tidiness, supporting local partnerships, and assisting with financial tasks. The ideal candidate should be organized, community-minded, and possess transferable skills, with training and support provided for growth in the role.
Must have:
- Support HR administration tasks and prepare job offer letters.
- Participate in interviews and ensure a welcoming process.
- Support onboarding of new Nunavut-based staff.
- Keep track of staff training and learning opportunities.
- Manage office supplies and arrange airport pickups.
- Organize meetings and maintain office tidiness.
Good to have:
- Bilingual in Inuktitut and English is an asset.
- Experience in customer service or community programs.
- Familiarity with Nunavut’s culture.
- Previous experience in HR or office coordination.
- A valid driver's license is an asset.
Perks:
- Mission-driven impact.
- Healthy work-life balance.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Competitive pension plan.
- Wellness initiatives.
4 skills required
Job Details
Job Title: People Coordinator
Reports to: Talent Acquisition Lead
Location: Iqaluit, Nunavut
Salary: $80,000 + Northern Allowance
Who We Are:
This opportunity means serving Inuit and Nunavut communities. We are committed to reconciliation and increasing Indigenous representation in our workforce. Inuit applicants and other Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.
Ampere delivers programs for people of all ages to cultivate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) skills through innovative technology, art, and play. It offers world-class Makerspaces, maker kits and activities, and works with educators to introduce children to a STEAM-based curriculum that brings learning to life.
Why Join us?
- Mission-driven impact – Working alongside Inuit communities to advance the vision of Nunavut and Inuit self-determination across Canada.
- Enjoy the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance with schedules that fit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive benefits – Access a robust benefits package designed to support your health and wellness.
- Pension Plan – Plan for your future with a competitive pension plan.
- Wellness Perks – Take advantage of wellness initiatives that promote your physical and mental well-being.
Job Summary:
Candidates do not need to have every qualification listed, if you have similar experience, we encourage you to apply.
Ampere is looking for someone who’s organized, community-minded, and ready to help keep our Iqaluit office running smoothly! In this role, you’ll support both our team and our workplace by helping with hiring, training, office supplies, and welcoming guests. You don’t need office experience, but if you’ve helped organize community events, programs or on-the-land activities, supported others, or managed important details in another job, those are all valuable, transferable skills.
We’re happy to provide training and support to help you grow in the role!
Responsibilities:
Human Resources Administration:
- Help prepare job offer letters and contracts when new staff are hired.
- Join interviews and help make sure the process feels welcoming and fair for applicants.
- Support onboarding for Nunavut-based staff so they feel ready and comfortable in their new role.
- Keep track of staff training and learning opportunities.
- Act as a point of contact for Human Resource-related inquiries from staff in Nunavut.
- Make sure we’re following Nunavut employment laws and supporting Inuit employment initiatives.
- Keep employee folders confidential and organized.
- Use computer programs such as Google Workspace, Monday.com, Slack and Lattice.
- Creating and delivering an Employee Wellness Program for the Nunavut staff.
Corporate Services:
- Be responsible for a weekly shop for office supplies and groceries for our employees and participants.
- Arrange airport pickups for visiting staff, clients, and partners.
- Help host meetings and guests in the Iqaluit office by organizing space, supplies, food, and setup, including for board meetings and small events.
- Keep the office tidy, safe and well-stocked.
- Help with local partnerships and community engagement efforts.
- Keep first aid kits up-to-date and aligned with required regulations.
- Willing to complete First Aid and CPR training as a designated first aider.
- Take part in health and safety planning, including emergency preparedness.
- Help with financial tasks like collecting receipts, preparing expense forms, and submitting invoices.
- Keep records organized and accurate for both finance and admin work.
Attributes and Qualifications:
Equal consideration will be given to non-academic skills and experiences of candidates, especially on-the-land and Inuit cultural activities.
- Being bilingual in Inuktitut and English is an asset.
- Experience supporting people through customer service, community programs, education, or similar roles.
- Friendly, welcoming, and professional when working with guests and coworkers.
- Organized and dependable, with the ability to keep track of tasks and follow through.
- Comfortable working independently and taking initiative when needed.
- Able to keep private information confidential and handle sensitive topics with care.
- Willing to complete First Aid and CPR training (we’ll cover the cost)
- Familiarity with Nunavut’s culture and business environment, or an openness to learning.
- A valid driver’s license is an asset for occasional errands and airport pickups
- Previous experience in HR, payroll, or office coordination is a bonus but not required.
Ampere strongly believes in fostering diversity within the communities we serve. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Ampere is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
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About The Company
Pinnguaq, a not-for-profit organization, incorporates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) into unique learning applications that promote storytelling, health, wellness and growth with rural and remote communities. At its core, Pinnguaq embraces diversity and creates opportunities in order to empower all people through the use of technology.
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