Senior Media Relations and Cabinet Communications Officer

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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 Senior Media Relations and Cabinet Communications Officer is responsible for managing the delivery of Cabinet Communications and media relations activities, providing communications expertise, leadership, and coordination in support of Executive Council priorities.

The position ensures effective planning, development and dissemination of public communications, supports response to emerging issues and media inquiries, and contributes to informed public understanding of government decisions, priorities, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Cabinet Communications projects, approvals and tracking.

Coordinate strategic communications activities and support communications planning.

Manages all Cabinet media requests.

Manage the release process for GNWT public communications.

Manage the coordination of Cabinet media relations, issues management, social media, monitoring and reporting.

Manage weekly GNWT Directors of Communications meetings.

Lead the production of Cabinet communications materials.

Advance the priorities of the GNWT by modeling public service excellence, fostering public trust, and committing to continuous self-reflection and whole-person development.

Key Qualifications

A Diploma in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or Office Administration, and three (3) years of relevant experience.

Equivalencies

A degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or Office Administration, and one (1) year of relevant experience; or a related certificate and four (4) years of relevant experience.

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

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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.

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 #28431

Closing Date: October 23, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

Salary for this position is currently Under Review.

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