Regional Coordinator, Governance and Service Integration

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Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.

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

Reporting to Sr. Advisor Change Management, the Regional Coordinator, GSI is based in Inuvik and is the regional strategic lead for driving systems level change to support service integration. They will be responsible for working with partners to develop and implement a shared vision of service delivery that is strength-based, person-centered, trauma-informed, culturally safe, evidence-based, and anti-racist

Staff in the Governance & Service Integration division, including the Regional Coordinator, GSI will model and promote integration through the shift in organizational culture towards person-centered service delivery in an effort to achieve equitable access to services, timely and coordinated services, measurable outcomes and increase self-sufficiency, and enhanced relationships among service providers. GSI staff will also adhere to the principles of equity, cultural safety, and anti-racism, support personal choice and decision making, reconciliation, accountability, and relationship-based approaches. As a center for learning and innovation, this group of change-makers is responsible for driving this change across the system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to self-motivate, work independently, and have detail-orientation skills

Ability to take initiative, and responsibility in meeting deadlines; and make progress without direct supervision

Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges

Knowledge of health and social well-being, factors affecting community, family and individual health and well-being in the NWT

Knowledge of geographic and cultural needs of people in the NWT, understanding how community and culture impact the delivery of fundamental services

Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of government systems within the NWT, including programs, delivery models, and the socio-political and cultural environments

Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of Indigenous and Western monitoring and evaluation principles and techniques

Ability to navigate controversial and sensitive topics while encouraging a growth mindset for all learners

Ability to build and maintain working relationships with colleagues and external partners in order to communicate program information, elicit and respond to input and feedback, and facilitate and implement change

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of a bachelor's degree in a social or health-related discipline, communications, public administration, or policy, and 2 years related experience.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

1st FLOOR  ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING

BOX 1869

INUVIK, NT  X0E 0T0

Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644

Fax (867) 678-6620

[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.

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 # 28455

Closing Date: November 5, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $54.44 per hour (approximately $106,158 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304

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