Youth and Volunteer Leadership Specialist

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Department Information

The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA), supports capable, accountable and self-directed community governments providing a safe, sustainable and healthy environment for community residents.

Job Information

Located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Manager, as the

Youth and Volunteer Leadership Specialist

, you will support the development, implementation, and administration of policies, programs, and initiatives that strengthen youth leadership, volunteerism, and community capacity across the Northwest Territories. You play a key role in advancing opportunities for youth and volunteers by providing expert advice and support to Regional Recreation Coordinators, fostering relationships with government and non-government partners, and working directly with youth to increase participation in leadership development programs that contribute to healthy, sustainable communities.

You are responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of youth and volunteer programs in compliance with GNWT legislation, financial and administrative requirements, departmental policies, and program guidelines. You will also contribute to risk management practices related to community sport, recreation, and infrastructure programming, supports program accountability and continuous improvement, and assist the Department in advancing its broader strategic priorities and mandate.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement youth, leadership, and volunteer policies and programs that improve the well-being of residents and contribute to healthy, sustainable NWT communities.
• Administer youth, leadership, and volunteer contribution programs to support high-quality local programming and maximize benefits for residents.
• Deliver youth and volunteer initiatives that provide opportunities for youth to develop leadership, life, and employment skills while building confidence and community engagement.
• Lead and support partnerships with schools, education authorities, government departments, and community organizations to enhance youth leadership opportunities and positive outcomes for youth.
• Conduct research, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities to strengthen the effectiveness of policies, programs, and services and increase benefits for communities.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of public recreation, sport, volunteer, and youth systems in the NWT and the factors that support healthy and sustainable communities.
• Knowledge of program planning, leadership development, and training principles related to youth and volunteer programming.
• Leadership and facilitation skills to support community volunteers, recreation committees, youth leaders, and program participants.
• Ability to analyze community recreation, sport, volunteer, and youth development needs and identify effective solutions and opportunities.
• Knowledge of program evaluation methods and continuous improvement practices to assess outcomes and strengthen policy and program effectiveness.

Key Qualifications

Completion of a Bachelors Degree in recreation and sport, or in social sciences or a related field of study (Sport/Recreation Management, Outdoor Recreation Management, Bachelor of Arts ¿ Sports/Recreation, Physical Education, Kinesiology) and two years directly related experience working with youth and event planning in a northern community setting.

Acceptable Equivalency

Completion of a Diploma in recreation and sport, or in social sciences or a related field of study (Sport/Recreation Management, Outdoor Recreation Management, Physical Education, Kinesiology) and four years of directly related experience involving working with youth and event planning in a northern community setting.

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.

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 # 28009

Closing Date: August 12, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $52.00 per hour to $62.09 per hour (approximately $101,400 - $121,076) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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