Project Officer, Pharmaceutical Management - Term
Job Summary
Limited Competition
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
Department Information
The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.
HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.
Job Information
Do you have a strong interest in Project Management? Come and join our team!
The Project Officer, Pharmaceutical Management (Project Officer) provides support to the development and implementation of pharmaceutical strategies for the Department, and to the coordination of Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) involvement with the Pan Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA), providing analysis of data to inform fair and reasonable pharmacy compensation for provisions of drugs, medical supplies and equipment, and pharmaceutical agreements.
The incumbent provides strategic advice to the Senior Project Manager, Pharmaceutical Management, framing the advice in the context and consideration of a number of factors, including financial, legal and political implications.
The Project Officer plays a role in activities that support fair access to pharmaceuticals, economic modeling and policy development. The position also undertakes economic, financial, and policy analysis on other assigned projects as required and coordinates with other Department divisions in the implementation of cost reduction strategies.
The incumbent must work within a complex environment of pharmaceutical regulation in Canada, industry practices, territorial pharmacy work, and changing public expectations regarding access to pharmaceuticals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of short to long-term pharmaceutical, medical supplies/devices strategy using evidence-based policy analysis techniques
- Work with staff in the Department, other GNWT departments, other governments, and non-governmental entities in the development of a pharmaceutical, medical devices and supplies strategy.
- Support negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers and medical device suppliers, towards Product Licensing Agreements and other agreements, as required.
- Contribute to discussions with pharmacy stakeholders in the Northwest Territories.
- Monitor a range of trends and indicators across government, industry, and demographics.
- Provide advice and support regarding related projects, activities and initiatives for the Department.
- Support process of the financial management of project resources.
Key Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in health sciences, economics, business or pharmaceutical sciences and two (2) years of experience in research, analysis, policy development or project management.
- Equivalencies can include:
- College diploma in the health sciences, economics, business or pharmaceutical sciences and four (4) years of experience in research, analysis, policy development or project management.
- Related fields may include Economics, Engineering, Health Related Fields.
- Related experience can include but not limited to:
- reading, writing and analysis of scientific literature, working in a health-related setting, insurance processing and management.
The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories. please visit our benefits page or NWT Tourism.
GNWT Inquiries
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.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a Term to August 05, 2027.
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 # 27560
Closing Date: March 10, 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 $3,700.
Application Assistance
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