| Head of Planning and Land Use A key management position in the Municipality of Qeqertalik |
Would you like to lead planning and land development efforts in the Municipality of Qeqertalik?
We are seeking a Department Head for Planning and Land Use for a key leadership position reporting to the Director of Engineering and Environment—Inoqarfik. The position covers the municipality’s 4 towns and 8 villages. You will be responsible for physical planning, local plans, development projects, and the administration of municipal land. You must ensure that the development of towns and villages is carried out in a professional, legally compliant, and long-term manner.
| Head of Department Role: Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and works closely with political leadership. | Management Responsibilities: Managing employees and coordinating planning and land-use tasks. |
| Field of expertise: Physical planning, local plans, land allocation, and development projects. | Geography : Responsibilities spanning the municipality’s four towns and eight villages. |
You’ll be responsible for that
·Management and development of the planning and land use sector, with responsibility for professional quality, prioritization, finances, and regulatory tasks
·land-use planning, municipal and local plans, and development projects in cities and towns
·land allocation, registration, and oversight of the use of municipal land
·Ensuring timely and legally compliant case processing, as well as clear decisions and the basis for those decisions
·Providing policy support through well-researched briefs, presentations, budget proposals, and systematic follow-up
We imagine that you
·has relevant professional and managerial experience in physical planning, land management, surveying, construction, or a related field
·has experience with planning processes, dealing with government agencies, and handling complex cases involving many stakeholders
·can translate policy goals and local needs into sustainable plans and a clear basis for decision-making
·has an understanding of land management, legislation, public hearings, and collaboration with citizens, businesses, and government agencies
·works in a structured manner and has an eye for both the big picture and local realities across cities and towns
·It is an advantage if you can communicate in Greenlandic and Danish, and preferably also in English
We place importance on
·orderliness, clarity, and a solid understanding of the division of political and administrative roles
·professional rigor, dialogue, and consistent exercise of authority
·respect for Greenlandic virtues such as keeping one’s word, helpfulness, resilience, and community spirit
·a willingness to be a visible part of the municipality’s daily life and development
A career filled with memorable experiences
In Greenland, nature is part of everyday life. When the workday ends, leisure time can include dog sledding, sailing, snowmobiling, fishing, hiking, the Northern Lights, and the midnight sun.
| Practical Information: The position reports to the Director of Administration for Technology and Environment—Inoqarfik. The work location is Aasiaat, but the responsibilities cover the entire municipality. Travel within the municipality is to be expected as needed. Salary classification is as Head of Department 3, in accordance with the management agreement between the Self-Government and the municipalities. |
Would you like to help establish clear guidelines and contribute to the long-term development of the municipality’s towns and villages?
So this is a department head position that offers responsibility, a broad perspective, and new experiences.
Criminal Record:
This position is subject to the law requiring a criminal background check. Under this law, employment cannot begin until the municipality has received a criminal background check. We must therefore point out that the start date cannot be agreed upon until the municipality has received the criminal record check from the police.
Housing:
Staff housing may be provided for this position; a security deposit, rent, utilities, etc., will be paid in accordance with the rules in effect at any given time regarding rent payments for properties owned by the Government of Greenland and municipalities in Greenland. For further information on rent, including utility costs and similar expenses, please refer to the information at: www.ini@ini.gl.
If permanent staff housing cannot be made available immediately upon starting employment, employees entitled to vacant housing will be offered temporary vacant housing, for which A-tax on non-cash benefits will be paid in accordance with applicable law.
An employee residence must be vacated upon termination of employment.
Application:
We do not accept applications via email or mail.
Submit your application, resume, and relevant supporting documents by clicking “Apply for this position.” Questions may be directed to City Manager Alida C. Rafaelsen, +299 387002, alra@qeqertalik.gl.
The application deadline is July 25, 2026, with a start date of September 1, 2026, or as otherwise agreed.
Application deadline: July 25, 2026
