Coordinator, NWT Victim Services

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Coordinator of Victim Services to implement and support vital programs aimed at helping individuals and communities affected by victimization. This role involves applying for funding, preparing reports, and working collaboratively with diverse groups to build safer communities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social sciences and experience in community development, making a significant impact in the lives of those affected by crime. If you are dedicated to standing up for others and fostering community resilience, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in a Social Sciences field.
• 3 years of experience in community development or justice field.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support victim services programs in the Northwest Territories.
• Apply for funding and prepare reports to enhance victim services.

Skills

Communication Skills

Community Development

Crisis Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences

Diploma in Social Sciences

Master's Degree in Social Sciences

Job description

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

As the Coordinator of Victim Services, located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Manager of Survivor Supports, you will be responsible for implementing new and supporting existing victim services programs in the Northwest Territories (NWT). You will apply for funding and prepare funding reports to enhance victim services in the NWT which are designed to help individuals, families and communities deal with the impact of victimization. You will also be responsible for implementing new and ongoing victim initiatives for the Department of Justice to further the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) commitment to build safer communities and support capacity building within the NWT's communities. Your work will be completed in a manner that reflects the needs of victims in the NWT, current best practices in research, both nationally and internationally. You'll be working with diverse groups of people and handling emotionally charged situations, good communication skills are important. If you're the kind of person who believes in standing up for others, consider a career in victim services.

To be successful in this role completion of a bachelor's degree in a Social Sciences field (criminology, psychology, social work, sociology) coupled with 3 years, experience working in community development, within the community justice field or with victims.

The following equivalencies will be considered:
Diploma in in a Social Sciences field (criminology, psychology, social work, sociology) coupled with 5 years¿ experience working in community development, within the community justice field or with victims.

OR

Masters degree in a Social Sciences field (criminology, psychology, social work, sociology) coupled with 1 year experience working in community development, within the community justice field or with victims.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

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