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Programs Advisor - Term

Fort Simpson, NT
Mid Level
temporary
full_time

About the role

Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Fort Simpson

Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

This position is located in the Housing Corporation's Nahendeh District Office. The incumbent reports to the District Director and the duties of the position have an impact on the Nahendeh District Office, Local Housing Organizations, Community Governments, GNWT Regional Offices, Financial Institutions, and individual Corporation clients and; supports the economic and job development within the District. The incumbent is responsible for the delivery of housing programs in up to six (6) communities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Interpreting, analyzing, planning and organizing data / information skills. Financial management skills, including budgeting and accounting and related skills or experience in an educational environment. This level of knowledge is normally acquired through a University degree in Social Sciences, Education or Business Administration.
¿ Knowledge of government structure, policies and programs and services.
¿ Working knowledge in computer software application using PC software, ACCESS, MS Word, Excel and Windows.
¿ Strong negotiating and advisory skills.
¿ Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, in order to communicate effectively in meetings and through presentations in a workshop setting.
¿ Ability to operate effectively in cross-cultural environment.

Typically, the above qualifications would be obtained by:
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for this position are normally acquired through a university degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration or Education with a minimum of one (1) year(s) work experience in a related field or a post secondary diploma in the area of Social Sciences and Business Administration with a minimum of three years related work experience.
Equivalencies are:
Post secondary diploma in the area of Social Sciences or Business Administration and a minimum of three (3 years related working experience; or
Post secondary studies with five (5) years related work experience.
Related work experience includes:
Banking, Lending, Program Delivery, Program Administration, Social Work, Education

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building
9802 98 Avenue
BOX 290
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 288-0334
Fax (867) 695-3100
jobsdehcho@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

Government Administration
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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.