Project Manager, Seniors and Continuing Care Services
Job Summary
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
The Project Manager, Seniors and Continuing Care Services (SCCS) is responsible and accountable for managing the strategic planning, monitoring and implementation of various small to medium size complex health services projects throughout Seniors and Continuing Care Services (SCCS) division of the Department of Health and Social Services.
The position will be responsible for multiple innovative projects across the SCCS portfolio, including: the Office of the Public Guardian, the Continuing Care Unit, and the Supported Living and Rehabilitation Services unit.
The Project Manager supports the Minister of Health and Social Services to achieve their mandate by ensuring a continuum of culturally safe health and social services are available according to the continuing care needs of seniors, persons with disabilities, and individuals with chronic and palliative health conditions who are not able to care for themselves or participate in activities of daily living independently.
The position involves working individually and concurrently on multiple projects of varying complexity. The Project Manager will complete many of their tasks by leading teams and consulting with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage the development of Seniors and Continuing Care Services (SCCS) small to medium sized project implementation plans for the NWT Health and Social Services System.
- Coordinate and manage the implementation of Seniors and Continuing Care Services projects to ensure that statements of work and activities are consistent with approved objectives, milestones and deliverables and schedule.
- Coordinate all activities required to govern, manage and administer assigned Continuing Care Services projects on an ongoing basis.
- Coordinate the financial management of assigned projects.
- Actively coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of project metrics and where appropriate, evaluation frameworks are coordinated in the project plan.
- Administer and manage contracts and sub-projects.
- Support the division, directorate and/or the Minister through investigating and/or addressing issues, developing correspondence, writing briefing notes, developing submissions or position papers.
Key Qualifications
- A bachelor degree in business administration, health or social sciences related field and three (3) years of planning, analysis and project management experience that also includes experience in the Canadian health and social services system.
- Related fields may include public health, psychology, sociology, medical anthropology, healthcare administration, and social work
- Equivalencies may include:
- A master's degree in business administration, health or social sciences related field and one (1) year of planning, analysis and project management experience that also includes experience in the Canadian health and social services system.
- A diploma in business administration, health or social sciences related field and five (5) years of planning, analysis and project management experience that also includes experience in the Canadian health and social services system.
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 # 27854
Closing Date: June 3, 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 annually) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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