Secretary General

Do you want to help shape Greenland's political future?

Inuit Ataqatigiit is looking for a secretary who is service-minded, versatile, welcoming, and good at collaborating.

The position is central and leading within the organization and offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the political leadership and actively contribute to the development of both the party and society.

As the secretary general, you will be the daily leader of the party's secretariat and the natural link between the organization, elected officials, and local branches. You will report to the executive committee of Inuit Ataqatigiit and play an important role in ensuring coherence, development, and progress in the party's work.

About Inuit Ataqatigiit

Inuit Ataqatigiit was founded in 1976 and is today Greenland's largest political party with a strong presence in both the Naalakkersuisut, Inatsisartut, municipalities, and village councils.

The party works for a democratic, equitable, and sustainable society with a focus on human rights, community, and Greenlandic development.

The secretariat is based in Nuuk and consists of dedicated employees with various professional competencies.

Your primary work tasks

As the head of the secretariat, you will be responsible for both management, coordination, and strategic development of the secretariat's work.

You will be responsible for, among other things:

●      Daily management of the secretariat and the employees (consultant and student assistants)

●      Coordination of work tasks and ensuring high quality in task execution

● Service and advice to the party's political leadership and elected representatives

● Planning and execution of national meetings, general assemblies, and political meetings

● Preparation of operational reports and follow-up on budgets

Ensuring good communication between the party and the local departments

●      Overall responsibility for the party's communication, social media, website, and newsletters

● Follow-up on decisions made in the business committee

● Monitoring of the political development and contributing to strategic initiatives

You will also be responsible for ensuring that the party's statutes and organizational processes are followed.

We are looking for you who

●      Has relevant higher education in fields such as social sciences, political science, administration, law, or economics.

● Has political understanding and insight into Greenlandic societal conditions

●      Has experience with management, project management, or secretarial work

● Works in a structured and independent manner

●      Is strategically thinking and action-oriented

● Has good collaboration skills and can motivate others

●      Communicates clearly and professionally at different levels

●      Speaks and writes Greenlandic, and preferably also Danish and English

It is an advantage if you have experience with:

● Political work or politically led organizations

● Communication, branding, or election campaigns

● Organizational development and stakeholder management

We offer

● An exciting and socially important leadership position

● Opportunity to influence the development of Greenland's largest political party

●      A versatile job with great independence and influence

●      An engaged and politically dynamic work environment

● Professional and personal development opportunities

Application and contact

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact:

Nivi Heilmann Efraimsen, organizational vice-chairperson

Tel.: +299 295879

Housing

No housing is provided for the position.

Application

Applications with information about education, course certificates, and work experience must be received by Inuit Ataqatigiit no later than August 1, 2026.

Applications should be sent by email to ia@ia.gl

On www.ia.gl you can obtain information about Inuit Ataqatigiit.

All inquiries are treated confidentially.

📧 ia@ia.gl

Applications are processed on an ongoing basis. (Interviews will also be held on an ongoing basis).