Senior Policy and Intergovernmental Advisor, Emergency Management
Job Summary
Department Information
The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA), supports capable, accountable and self-directed community governments providing a safe, sustainable and healthy environment for community residents.
Job Information
In this role, the Senior Policy and Intergovernmental Advisor, Emergency Management is responsible for the development of emergency management policies, carrying out research, providing analysis, advice, and recommendations, leading engagement activities, carrying out intergovernmental relations, and supporting a review of the existing emergency management framework in the Northwest Territories (NWT) and the implementation of a modernized framework.
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of project management, including strategic planning, development, and engagement.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of the emergency management framework in the NWT.
- Ability to research, analyze, synthesize multiple concepts and priorities, make feasible recommendations, and write reports.
Typically attained by
A bachelor's degree in public administration, political science, Canadian studies, Indigenous studies, law, public affairs, emergency management, planning, or a related field and three (3) years of experience in policy development, planning, project management, or intergovernmental relations.
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
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 # 27846
Closing Date: May 29, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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