Senior Project Manager, Mental Health and Addictions - #113076

Government of Northwest Territories


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Yellowknife, NT
Contract type: Full time
Department Information

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

Job Information

The Senior Project Manager applies advanced project management methodology including, but not limited to, project planning, design and execution, risk management and contingency planning, communications management, and monitoring and evaluation strategies, to ensure the successful completion of time sensitive projects within the division. In meeting the mandate of the position, you will be required to regularly work with divisional managers, with senior management from other divisions within the Department, with senior management in other Departments, and with senior management within the health and social services authorities. You will also interact with community leaders, Indigenous governments and with nongovernment organizations.

Typically attained by:

The knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above would generally be acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in a health and/or community services field, project
management diploma or certification, and 5 years related employment experience. Experience living and working in a cross cultural environment is an asset.

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
******@gov.nt.ca

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

More Information
Term Position

This job opening is for a Term until May 2026.

Affirmative Action

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action 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

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Transfer Assignments

Transfer Assignments may be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 25050

Closing Date: April 30, 2024 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $53.80 per hour to $64.26 per hour (approximately $104,910 - $125,307.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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