Department of Licensing seeks administrative profiles for the raw materials sector in Greenland

SEARCH THIS POSITION Do you want to work at the intersection of politics, business, and natural resources – and help shape the future of the mineral sector in Greenland?

The Licensing Department is looking for one or more new colleagues who will help manage and develop Greenland's raw material permits during a time of increasing international interest and activity.

You will become part of a small, professionally strong unit in Nuuk, where the pace is high, the tasks are varied, and where you will have independent responsibility from the start.

About us

The Department of Licensing is part of the Ministry of Business and Resources.

We manage approximately 140 raw material permits across all of Greenland – from small-scale activities to exploration and mining. At the same time, we are continuously working to develop the frameworks for the area in line with new needs and political priorities.

We are a small team with different professional backgrounds, and we emphasize collaboration, flexibility, and an informal tone.

About the position

Your tasks vary widely:

• Case processing in connection with the issuance and administration of permits
• Dialogue with companies and stakeholders
• Coordination with other authorities
• Coordinator of the companies' VSB reports and negotiations on IBA agreements (agreements on social sustainability and socio-economic conditions)
• Contribute to the development of rules, conditions, and practices.
• Participation in the department's information work and communication

You will be working in an area with many considerations at play – political, environmental, and business – where your ability to create an overview and find balanced solutions is central.

Who are you?

We imagine that you:

• has experience with public administration and/or case processing
• works in a structured manner and can maintain an overview in a varied task portfolio
• is good at collaborating across disciplines
• communicates clearly and professionally – both in writing and verbally
• masters English at a high level

• has knowledge of the raw materials sector or license administration
• has experience with journal systems or knowledge sharing systems
• has knowledge of Greenlandic language and culture

That's why you should choose us.

• real influence on a developing area
• a broad network of contacts both domestically and internationally
• independent responsibility and short decision-making paths
• insight into political processes and decisions
• a varied everyday life in a small organization with great significance

Employment conditions

Start date: As soon as possible (we are happy to wait for the right candidate)

The working hours are 40 hours a week. The work pressure can vary as the raw material sector is seasonal.

For applicants with the right qualifications, it will be possible to be appointed as a specialist or chief consultant.

Further information

If you would like to hear more about the position, you are welcome to contact:

Johanne Maibohm, acting department head

Phone: (+299) 28 37 99

E-mail: jmai@nanoq.gl

If you would like more information, you can read more at www.naalakkersuisut.gl. You can find information about the mineral resources sector in Greenland on our website www.govmin.gl.

Application

Application deadline: May 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

We are conducting interviews on an ongoing basis.

Salary and employment conditions

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to travel for joining and leaving, as well as relocation of personal belongings, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

For an applicant with the right documentable competencies, employment as a special consultant, chief consultant, or senior advisor may occur in accordance with the applicable agreement.

Housing

No housing is provided for the position. If an applicant already has housing through employment in the Self-Government, the right to the assigned housing is retained. The housing is linked to the employment relationship and must be vacated upon the termination of the employment relationship.

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