Department Information
The Department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) provides the residents of the Northwest Territories with access to quality programs, services and support to assist them in making informed and productive choices for themselves and their families with regard to education, training, careers, employment and labour, child development, languages, culture and heritage.

Job Information
The Program Specialist develops and interprets the framework for the introduction, administration, evaluation and deliver of one or more Income Security program(s). This position impacts all divisional staff, program delivery staff, and program recipients via involvement in the development, implementation and deliver of Income Security Programs.

Key Responsibilities
Develops the legislative, policy and operational framework of one or more program
Supports deliver of programs by interpreting program legislation, policies and guidelines.
Evaluate, monitor and report on program activity.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of government, department and divisional practices as they relate to the political realities of operating in the public sector

Familiarity with practices in other jurisdictions regarding income security programs

Research and analysis of income security issues, trends, programs, practices in various jurisdictions

Produce written communication including original correspondence, standard reports and briefing notes, original proposal/position =papers, and procedure documentation

Demonstrated project management ability, independent or n a partnership

Ability to work in a complex workplace providing a service while monitoring activity

Key Qualifications
A relevant post-secondary degree, and 2 years of experience delivering income security related programs relevant to one or more program areas such as: student financial assistance OR social (income) assistance OR child care subsidy OR seniors subsidies.

Equivalent Education and Experience




A relevant diploma and four years of experience delivering income security related programs relevant to one or more program areas such as: student financial assistance OR social (income) assistance OR child care subsidy OR seniors subsidies.

Relevant education that may be considered include:

Business Administration, Education, Psychology, and Social Science

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]

Term Position
This job opening is for a one (1) year Term.

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 vulnerable sector 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 # 28271

Closing Date: September 15, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44per hour to $65.03per hour (approximately $106,158.00 - $126,809.00) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.00

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📌 Program Specialist - Income Security Programs (Northwest Territories)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Northwest Territories