Senior Communications Officer and Official Languages Coordinator
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Senior Communications Officer and Official Languages Coordinator designs coordinates monitors and evaluates the implementation of a full range of official language communications and services developed by the Department of Justice in accordance with the Government of Northwest Territories Strategic Plan on French Language Communications and Services, and the Department's Operational Plan for French and the Official Languages Act. The Advisor is also responsible for advice and support related to the other official languages of the NWT. These duties are carried out in accordance with guidelines and policies, the NWT Official Languages Act and the Canada-NWT Cooperation Agreement for French and Aboriginal Languages of the NWT.
Typically, the above qualifications are attained by a degree in specialized communications discipline such as journalism, or public/media relations or a similar equivalent, and three (3) years of experience in a relevant field.
Equivalencies: a relevant diploma supplemented by four (4) years of experience in the communications field. All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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.
Senior Communications Officer and Official Languages Coordinator
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Senior Communications Officer and Official Languages Coordinator designs coordinates monitors and evaluates the implementation of a full range of official language communications and services developed by the Department of Justice in accordance with the Government of Northwest Territories Strategic Plan on French Language Communications and Services, and the Department's Operational Plan for French and the Official Languages Act. The Advisor is also responsible for advice and support related to the other official languages of the NWT. These duties are carried out in accordance with guidelines and policies, the NWT Official Languages Act and the Canada-NWT Cooperation Agreement for French and Aboriginal Languages of the NWT.
Typically, the above qualifications are attained by a degree in specialized communications discipline such as journalism, or public/media relations or a similar equivalent, and three (3) years of experience in a relevant field.
Equivalencies: a relevant diploma supplemented by four (4) years of experience in the communications field. All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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.