Agriculture & Commercial Food Development Analyst
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 40 kilometres driving radius of Hay River, NT.
Department Information
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.
Job Information
The Agriculture and Commercial Food Development Analyst position is located in Hay River. The Analyst is the Territorial expert on the development of the agricultural and commercial food development sectors of the Northwest Territories (NWT) economy, which include commercial fisheries and food processing. The Analyst is responsible for the development of legislation and regulations; strategic initiatives; and facilitating the development of the northern agriculture and food processing industry programs and businesses and works in cooperation with regional staff and officials of other governments, including the Federal Government, to deliver programs through multi and bi-lateral agreements. The incumbent makes recommendations on multi and bi-lateral agreements signed with Agriculture and Agri-Foods Canada as and when required. The Analyst monitors the budget and ensures projects funded through the bi-lateral cost-shared contribution programs comply with program priorities.
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.
- Knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures pertinent to agriculture, food development, food processing, farm and food development safety and commercial fishing;
- Knowledge of agricultural production standards in such areas as agricultural land and water use management, waste disposal, pesticide use and animal handling;
- Knowledge of First Nation groups, land claim issues, and resource development activities throughout the NWT
- Knowledge of production and management techniques associated with land clearing, livestock and poultry management, and crop production
- Knowledge of commercial fisheries and related business development practices.
Typically attained by
The acquisition of an undergraduate degree in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, and; At least five years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.
A graduate degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of education (at least two years of academic studies) in the above fields along with eight years of progressive directly related experience, will be considered.
Equivalencies may include
- Diploma in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, eight years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.
- Masters degree in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, and; At least three years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Hay River HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
Tel (867) 875-8086
jobshayriver@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 1 Year Term
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27551
Closing Date: March 23, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,662
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