Executive Assistant to EIA and the NWT Commissioner

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Department Information

The Department of Executive and Indigenous Affairs works to provide overall management and direction to the Executive branch of the Government of the Northwest Territories. The Department is responsible for:  coordinating and supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives and actions in support of cross-government goals The Department is responsible for ensuring mutually respectful intergovernmental relations between the territorial government and Aboriginal, provincial, territorial and national and international governments are maintained; along with negotiating and implementing land, resources And self-government agreements that address Aboriginal rights in the Northwest Territories.

Job Information

The Executive Assistant to EIA and the NWT Commissioner is responsible for managing transitions between Commissioners of the NWT to ensure that new Commissioners are appropriately oriented to their new duties and obligations. You will also be responsible for overall office management of the Commissioner's Office, as well as researching, proposing and maintaining policy instruments and other materials necessary to the Office's programs and processes. This role also supports administrative functions within the Indigenous Affairs Unit, and in particular the Intergovernmental Relations division.

Key Responsibilities

Providing research, analysis and writing through researching and drafting speeches, letters and occasional presentations for the Commissioner's approval and delivery.

Developing and maintaining open communication lines with media representatives.

Maintaining the Commissioner's calendar including acting as the point of contract for people and organizations wishing to contact the Commissioner.

Planning and supporting the planning and negotiation of event programs, as well as organizing logistics and implementing approved programs for official visits and special or ceremonial events hosted by the GNWT.

Providing reception and other administrative support to the department.

Key Qualifications

A diploma in administration, policy, research or communications and one year of relevant experience.

Equivalencies

A post-secondary Certificate and two years of relevant experience.

Relevant experience can include, but are not limited to:

•  Executive or senior administrative support to Directors, Executives, Deputy Heads, Officials or Senior Managers.
• Office management and coordination of complex administrative operations.
• Policy, research, communications, or briefing note preparation.
• Stakeholder relations involving multiple organizations, governments, or community partners.

All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

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 # 28327

Closing Date: September 29, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $49.68 per hour to $ 59.35 per hour (approximately $96,876 - $ 115,733) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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