Manager Trade And Investment
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within the Dehcho Region.
The communities include:
¿ Fort Simpson,
¿ Wrigley,
¿ Nahanni Butte,
¿ Jean Marie River,
¿ Sambaa K'e,
¿ Fort Liard,
¿ Fort Providence,
¿ Kakisa
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 position is located in Fort Simpson and serves the six (6) communities of the Dehcho Region encompassing two (2) isolated communities (winter road and aircraft only}, three (3) communities serviced by all season roads in addition to the Village of Fort Simpson that serves as the regional center and economic hub of the Dehcho Region. A challenge for the position Is adjusting delivery approaches to capture interests and support for concepts and establishing business relationships In the region. The incumbent manages assigned human and financial resources in accordance with federal and territorial legislation and GNWT policies and procedures to achieve departmental and regional goals for the broad growth and development of the business community in the Dehcho Region.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Excellent analytical ability in risk assessment, credit evaluation, break-even analysis, ratio analysis, trend analysis and other forms used In grading and evaluating financing and commercial credit and five (5) years of senior commercial lending experience.;
¿ Ability to interpret the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act and its impact on the establishment of business within lands falling under the Mackenzie Valley Act;
¿ Proficient in the use of spreadsheet software;
¿ Ability to organize and work on several different issues, priorities and timetables simultaneously;
¿ Superior verbal, graphic presentation and writing skills and the ability to communicate and relate well to broad range of linguistic and culturally diverse audiences and;
¿ Computer skills in word-processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, as well as the Internet socio-media and electronic communication.
Typically. the above qualifications would be attained by:
These skills are usually acquired through the completion of a degree In Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or a related program, plus five (5) years of senior commercial credit and lending experience or a Masters Degree In Business Administration with three (3) years of commercial and lending experience. The incumbent's experience should reflect involvement within a management team and involvement in strategic planning and decision making for the organization.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building
9802 98 Avenue
BOX 290
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 288-0334
Fax (867) 695-3100
jobsdehcho@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.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27584
Closing Date: MARCH 26, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127, 238 - $152, 003) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $12, 807.
Application Assistance
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