Health Programs Officer
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
Health Programs Officer (Officer) provides support to the Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (OCPHO) to improve health promotion and prevention efforts, and may be assigned accountability for specific projects, and/or be engaged to contribute to projects through assigned accountability for specific operational, administrative, financial, and/or logistical tasks. The incumbent will participate in initiatives through interactions with the OCPHO and departmental staff, other departments and health and social services authorities, non-government organizations and project partners in other jurisdictions.
The incumbent completes assigned tasks with guidance by the Department¿s strategic and operational objectives, with supervision provided by the Manager of Health Promotion. The incumbent will also have secondary reporting relationships with the lead(s) of the assigned project(s). Carrying and transporting resources, materials, and presentation displays (up to 5Kg) may be required approximately once a month.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the planning, implementation, and closing of projects, ensuring that deliverables contribute to improving health promotion and prevention in the NWT.
- Routinely monitor project activity completion rates and expenditures as per work plans and budgets, and keep Manager abreast of progress.
- Contribute to the development of health promotion and communication, tools and materials related to health promotion and wellness, to better meet the needs of the NWT population.
- Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of Health Promotion and Wellness activities in accordance with the Department¿s and government wide priorities.
- Conduct preliminary analyses of project quantitative and qualitative data as required.
- Support collaboration and communication with key partners and stakeholders to promote an integrated, multi-sectoral response to health promotion and wellness programming in the NWT.
Key Qualifications:
- A diploma in community development/social innovation, health services administration, or a related field and one (1) year of relevant experience.
- Equivalencies can include :
- College Certificate in community development/social innovation, health services administration, or a related field and two (2) year of relevant experience be considered as an equivalency.
- Similar relevant disciplines may include Promotion Officer, Public Health Program Officer, or Health Programs Coordinator.
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 April/23/2027.
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
Closing Date: April 09, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $47.40 per hour to $56.61 per hour (approximately $92,430 - $110,390.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit: Preparing Your Application