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Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
Are you interested in joining ECC to facilitate policy development or program implementation related to land management and administration? ECC is looking for a seasoned professional with a background in policy development or program implementation to support the co-development and implementation of new land management processes and policy.
This dynamic and challenging role includes substantial engagement within the Department, with other GNWT Departments, and with Indigenous Governments and Indigenous Organizations. The Strategic Analyst, Sustainability will support and enhance the GNWT's role in managing and administering public land in the interests of all northerners, including being involved in, or leading, projects that are grounded in reconciliation.
Some Key Responsibilities
Development, review, evaluation, and implementation of ECC policies and strategic initiatives.
Develops, reviews, evaluates program and operational lands policies, standards and guidelines, and procedures.
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the theory and practice related to land management and administration, environmental management, socio economic research and analysis, strategic analysis, policy development and program evaluation. Some of the key qualifications include:
Strong and effective communication and negotiation skills in a cross cultural environment.
Excellent research, and analytical skills.
A master's degree in Environmental/Resource Management, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience in policy and program development and analysis.
Other related education fields can include: Arts or Science Degrees with a focus on policy and program development related to Land Management or Administration.
Equivalencies can include
A bachelor's degree in Environmental/Resource Management, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience in policy and program development and analysis.
A diploma in Environmental/Resource Management, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field, plus seven (7) years of experience in policy and program development and analysis.
GNWT Inquiries
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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
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
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Term Position
This job opening is for a 2 Year Term.
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.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28113
Closing Date: August 27, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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Compensation Details
$127,238 - $152,003