This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.

Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:

https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee

The Department of Executive and Indigenous Affairs works to provide overall management and direction to the Executive branch of the Government of the Northwest Territories. The Department is responsible for:  coordinating and supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives and actions in support of cross-government goals The Department is responsible for ensuring mutually respectful intergovernmental relations between the territorial government and Aboriginal, provincial, territorial and national and international governments are maintained; along with negotiating and implementing land, resources And self-government agreements that address Aboriginal rights in the Northwest Territories.

The Department of Executive and Indigenous Affairs is seeking a motivated and collaborative professional to join our team as a Regional Coordinator, Governance and Service Integration in Behchoko. This position plays a key role in supporting regional service integration, governance processes, and partnerships with various governments, communities, and service providers to create changes in the way services are delivered to residents in the communities

Typically, the knowledge skills and abilities required for the position are:

• Ability to take initiative and responsibility in meeting deadlines; and make progress without direct supervision.
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with colleagues and external partners in order to communicate program information, elicit and respond to input and feedback, and facilitate and implement change.
• Ability to navigate controversial and sensitive topics while encouraging growth mindset for all learners. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Organizational and Time management skills
• Communication, writing and presentation 

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of a bachelor's degree in a social science or health-related discipline, communications, public administration, or policy, along with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience.

Equivalent combination of education and experience:

• A master's degree (5+ years of post-secondary education) in a related discipline social science or health-related discipline, communications, public administration, or policy and 1 year of related experience; or
• A diploma (2-3 years post-secondary education) in a social science or health-related discipline, communications, public administration, or policy, along with four (4) years of related experience; or
• A certificate (1-year post-secondary education) social science or health-related discipline, communications, public administration, or policy, plus five (5) years of related experience.
• All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

 Related experience is defined as progressively responsible work that demonstrates knowledge and skills in:

• Coordinating programs or services within health, social services, education, justice, or community development sectors.
• Providing governance and administrative support to Indigenous governments, community organizations, or public sector boards and councils.
• Implementing and evaluating programs or policies, including the application of legislation, standards, and guidelines to service delivery.
• Facilitating collaboration between departments, agencies, and community partners to support service integration.
• Engaging stakeholders through consultation, facilitation, and relationship-building with diverse partners and communities.
• Preparing reports, briefing materials, and recommendations for senior management, governance bodies, or elected officials.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.