Executive Assistant
About the role
##Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to individuals recognized as members and descendants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to areas of Canada.
##Department Information
The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.
For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/
##Job Information
The Executive Assistant to the Associate Deputy Minister, Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains (SIESC) is responsible for providing a wide range of senior administrative services to support the effective and efficient delivery of the SIESC area.
Located in Yellowknife and reports to the Associate Deputy Minister, Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains (SIESC). The incumbent performs senior administrative duties for the Associate Deputy Minister and ensures that all written documentation conforms to departmental and governmental formats, procedures and policies and prepares and finalizes all documentation for senior executive approvals. The incumbent is also responsible for the management of the electronic and paper records systems and for overseeing the management of the departmental technical library.
The duties of the position are completed within the Government of the Northwest Territories' (GNWT) legislation, policies and procedures including the Financial Administration Act, the Human Resource Manual and the Administrative and Operational Records Classification Systems (ARCS and ORCS).
The Executive Assistant deals daily, in person or on the telephone, with a variety of contacts including departmental staff, officials from other departments and governments, representatives from Indigenous organizations, and the general public. The position is the primary point of contact for senior management and the public the EA must have strong communication and critical thinking skills. The Executive Assistant works with highly confidential and sensitive information such as personnel matters, medical and labor related issues, lawsuits the external and internal complaints and financial information.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A diploma in Office Administration with two (2) years administrative or office management experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
EQUIVALENCIES
Grade 12 with four (4) years administrative or office management experience
##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
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
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Executive Assistant
About the role
##Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to individuals recognized as members and descendants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to areas of Canada.
##Department Information
The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.
For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/
##Job Information
The Executive Assistant to the Associate Deputy Minister, Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains (SIESC) is responsible for providing a wide range of senior administrative services to support the effective and efficient delivery of the SIESC area.
Located in Yellowknife and reports to the Associate Deputy Minister, Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains (SIESC). The incumbent performs senior administrative duties for the Associate Deputy Minister and ensures that all written documentation conforms to departmental and governmental formats, procedures and policies and prepares and finalizes all documentation for senior executive approvals. The incumbent is also responsible for the management of the electronic and paper records systems and for overseeing the management of the departmental technical library.
The duties of the position are completed within the Government of the Northwest Territories' (GNWT) legislation, policies and procedures including the Financial Administration Act, the Human Resource Manual and the Administrative and Operational Records Classification Systems (ARCS and ORCS).
The Executive Assistant deals daily, in person or on the telephone, with a variety of contacts including departmental staff, officials from other departments and governments, representatives from Indigenous organizations, and the general public. The position is the primary point of contact for senior management and the public the EA must have strong communication and critical thinking skills. The Executive Assistant works with highly confidential and sensitive information such as personnel matters, medical and labor related issues, lawsuits the external and internal complaints and financial information.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A diploma in Office Administration with two (2) years administrative or office management experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
EQUIVALENCIES
Grade 12 with four (4) years administrative or office management experience
##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
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.