Career Opportunity
Internal/ External
Manager, Research
Full-Time , Onsite
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.
It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to broadly provide Inuit-specific programs that contribute to the health and wellbeing of Inuit and to encourage and support similar programs for Inuit across the country. TI has over 30 years of highly successful experience in crafting the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of effective, client-centered services. By incorporating the principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ), TI continues to deliver quality programs and services that directly benefit our growing urban Inuit population.
This position is responsible for leading and coordinating all research activities at TI. This role ensures that research is carried out with cultural safety, methodological rigor, and in alignment with Inuit values and priorities. The Manager will oversee the research team, manage partnerships, and ensure that data collection, analysis, and reporting are conducted ethically and effectively to advance Inuit health and wellness.
The primary responsibility of the Manager, Research is to lead TI’s work on the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) from 2024–2029. The QNIHS provides high-quality, Inuit-determined, and Inuit-owned data to monitor change, identify gaps, and inform decision-making, ultimately contributing to improved health and wellness among Inuit in Canada. Supporting Inuit self-determination in setting the research agenda, building capacity in Inuit communities to develop and collect survey information, and addressing the unique challenges of urban Inuit are central to creating a permanent National Inuit Health Survey.
The knowledge and data gathered through the QNIHS will also serve as a foundation for TI to engage more fully in the broader scope of health research in Ontario. By strengthening Inuit-led evidence and capacity, TI will be positioned to influence provincial and national health research priorities and ensure Inuit voices are at the forefront of these efforts.
The Manager will be responsible for hiring, mentoring, and supporting a team of Inuit researchers and fieldworkers, ensuring that community members with lived experience are central to the research process. This will contribute to the growing body of Inuit health research in urban contexts and across Canada. The incumbent will also build and maintain relationships with QNIHS partners, participate in working groups, sub-committees, and partnership meetings, and represent TI’s research priorities in collaborative spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
· Create and maintain detailed workplans, timelines and deliverables for project activities.
· Liaise with FNIM partners to support the design, development and implementation of research activities.
· Track progress, identify risks and mitigation strategies and adjust plans to ensure successful project executions and meet evolving community priorities.
· Share project plans and critical milestones to the Director, Healing and Wellness and key stakeholders.
· Support recruitment, onboarding and orientation of research staff.
· Foster a positive, inclusive team environment, provide mentorship, guidance and performance management to ensure team cohesion and productivity.
· Provides team staff with the information, training, resources and support necessary to be successful in their role.
· Identify capacity-building opportunities and support staff development with Inuit research priorities.
· Support the facilitation of engagement with Inuit community, organizations and knowledge holders to ensure culturally safe and respectful research practices.
· Facilitate community consultations and feedback loops through put research process.
· Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of the QNIHS.
· Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets and ethical standards.
· Manage coordination of logistics of fieldwork, including travel, community engagement and data collection.
· Oversee data management, including storage, access and analysis in accordance with Inuit data sovereignty principles.
· Support the development of knowledge translation products that are accessible and meaningful to Inuit communities.
· Work closely with the Director of Healing and Wellness to align research activities with broader organizational strategic goals.
· Participate in committees and cross-working groups to ensure research activities align with Inuit priorities and needs.
· Foster partnerships with Indigenous organizations, government agencies and academic institutions
· Ensure that research outputs are responsive to the needs internal departments and contribute to a cohesive approach to Inuit health and wellness.
· Develop and manage the research budget effectively, ensuring all financial reports, policies and procedures are followed.
· Prepare financial reports for stakeholders and Director, Healing and Wellness.
· Working with the Director, Healing and Wellness to identify funding opportunities and provide relevant information to prepare submissions and proposals.
Education, Qualifications and Skills:
- Undergraduate degree in Health Sciences or Public Health or Social Sciences or Indigenous studies is required.
- Master’s degree in any of the following are preferred: health sciences, Public Health, Social Sciences, Indigenous studies.
- Training in Research Ethics and Project Management is preferred.
- 3-5 Years of related experience in working with FNIM communities.
- 3-5 Years of experience in FNIM community based participatory research and Indigenous methodologies.
- 3-5 Years of experience in managing staff.
- At least 2 years of experience in budget preparation and oversight.
- Previous experience working in an indigenous organization and/or with the Inuit community.
- Experience with Indigenous research methodologies;
- Fluency in English required, fluency in Inuktitut is an asset.
- Proficient use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, video-conferencing platforms.
- Knowledge of Inuit history, culture, health and socio-economic needs;
- Understanding of Inuit health priorities, cultural protocols and data sovereignty;
- Strong leadership skills, team management skills, communication skills, interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in research design, data analysis and knowledge translation.
- Strong financial literacy and experience with budgeting and report writing.
- Strong project management skills, problem solving and decision making.
- Ability to facilitate community connections through outreach and engagement;
- Excellent attention to detail and Excellent writing, verbal, facilitation and presentation skills;
- Availability of working evenings and weekends as required.
**Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above. ***
Salary and Benefits
- Salary range Salary range is $80,000 - $84,000. Annually
- TI provides paid sickness, personal and family sickness leave days, and a 24/7 confidential Employee and Family Assistance Plan.
- Vacation (earn 3 weeks/year).
The deadline for applications is November 25th, 2026
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Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates; applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at- www.tiontario.ca to learn more about our programs and services. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact careers@tiontario.ca.
The Research Manager works out of 282 Dupuis st Ottawa, ON (main location) and designated locations within the Ottawa region.
We thank all interested applicants in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Hiring Process Disclaimer:
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, and/or select candidates. All applications and interviews are reviewed and conducted by qualified human hiring professionals.
