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 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.

The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for leading the activities of maintaining and amending the legislation and policies of the Department. This includes providing policy and legislative advice and direction to senior managers. 

This role provides analysis and broad policy and strategic advice on national policies and initiatives, and GNWT priorities, strategies, and initiatives; and provides support to a range of Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) working groups.

The Senior Policy Analyst is required to maintain an extensive understanding of social, economic, cultural, and political factors in the NWT and of all programs and services offered by the Department. 

The incumbent may work under tight deadlines with information of a confidential nature and regularly responds to complex, conflicting, and highly sensitive situations that require creative and strategic solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice in the areas of legislation and departmental policies. 
• Lead and manage the development of legislative and policy proposals that are consistent with existing legislation and the Department's strategic direction. 
• Evaluate departmental and GNWT policies and programs to determine their effectiveness in meeting legislative requirements. 
• Assist in effective responses to departmental legal issues. 
• Participate in intergovernmental policy and legislative activities by leading the development of and/or providing Departmental positions and perspectives on shared policy and legislation initiatives. 
• Provides direct support to the Minister and Deputy Minister. 

Key Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in the Social Sciences and three (3) years of experience working in policy development, communications, and/or evaluation.
• Equivalencies may include:
• A Master's Degree in the Social Sciences and one (1) of experience working in policy development, communications, and/or evaluation 
• A Diploma in the Social Sciences and five (5) years of experience working in policy development, communications, and/or evaluation 

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.