The Senior Media Relations and Cabinet Communications Officer is responsible for managing the delivery of Cabinet Communications and media relations activities, providing communications expertise, leadership, and coordination in support of Executive Council priorities.

The position ensures effective planning, development and dissemination of public communications, supports response to emerging issues and media inquiries, and contributes to informed public understanding of government decisions, priorities, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Manage Cabinet Communications projects, approvals and tracking.

Coordinate strategic communications activities and support communications planning.

Manages all Cabinet media requests.

Manage the release process for GNWT public communications.

Manage the coordination of Cabinet media relations, issues management, social media, monitoring and reporting.

Manage weekly GNWT Directors of Communications meetings.

Lead the production of Cabinet communications materials.

Advance the priorities of the GNWT by modeling public service excellence, fostering public trust, and committing to continuous self-reflection and whole-person development.

Key Qualifications A Diploma in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or Office Administration, and three (3) years of relevant experience.

Equivalencies A degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Administration or Office Administration, and one (1) year of relevant experience; or a related certificate and four (4) years of relevant experience.

All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.



GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information 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 #28431 Closing Date: October 23, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information Salary for this position is currently Under Review.

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📌 Senior Media Relations and Cabinet Communications Officer (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
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