Do you share the vision of increasing the societal value of research conducted in Greenland? And would you like to lead a dynamic and ambitious secretariat? This is your opportunity to develop Arctic Hub’s Secretariat in Nuuk further.
As Head of Secretariat, you will help put research in Greenland on the agenda and lead efforts to ensure that research-based knowledge can be actively used in society. You will be responsible for strengthening Arctic Hub’s role as a central hub for Arctic research stakeholders and representing the organization externally. This means your daily work will include active participation in both national and international forums.
A link between the Secretariat and the board
As Head of Secretariat, you will be the board’s closest collaborator. You will serve as a natural bridge between the board and the Secretariat, working closely with an engaged board on strategic decisions and tasks.
Day-to-day leadership of a growing Secretariat
You will lead a highly committed secretariat. Since its establishment in 2020/2021, the Secretariat has grown from an idea on paper to a core team of four full-time staff and several project employees. You will ensure that the team continues to have the right conditions to implement Arctic Hub’s strategy.
We expect you to have a natural ability to involve your team and foster collaboration across their diverse areas of expertise. The Secretariat is an open, supportive workplace with room to grow, and your leadership style should contribute to both personal and professional development among staff.
In addition to personnel management, you will also be responsible for stakeholder collaboration — helping to build bridges between research, government, and industry across Greenland, Denmark, and internationally.
About you
You hold a relevant academic degree and have at least three years of leadership experience. Ideally, you have knowledge of the Greenlandic, Danish, and international research landscapes. Political acumen and a diplomatic mindset are essential.
We also expect that you:
- Are dedicated and able to identify opportunities and generate interest, visibility, and enthusiasm for Arctic Hub’s mission
- Have strong knowledge of Greenlandic society
- Are experienced in managing budgets, administration, project reporting, and resources
- Possess strong analytical skills
- Excel at building and maintaining networks — nationally and internationally
- Are skilled in facilitating collaboration and leading meetings with diverse stakeholders
- Have solid experience developing and managing projects independently, with a strong grasp of processes
- Are outgoing and have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Fluency in Greenlandic, Danish, and English will be a clear advantage.