Programs Administrator

Government of Northwest Territories; Norman Wells; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Northwest Territories is seeking a Programs Administrator to work in Norman Wells. This position entails administering various programs related to education, culture, and employment, and requires a strong understanding of income security programs. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant certificate and have experience in customer service or administrative roles.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Social Sciences or Business Administration required.
• One year of experience in customer service or administrative environment.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Administer Income Security, Early Childhood, Career Development programs.
• Provide information about various departmental programs and services.

Skills

Knowledge of Income Security Programs

Customer Service

Administrative Skills

Knowledge of Funding Sources

Education

Certificate in Social Sciences or Business Administration

Job description

Department: Education, Culture and Employment

This job opening is limited to residents living within 50 kilometresof Norman Wells, NT.

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

Reporting to the Regional Superintendent, Sahtu, the Programs Administrator works in the Regional Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) Service Centre (Centre) in Norman Wells. The Centre administers Income Security, Early Childhood, Career Development and Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupational Certification (ATOC) programs and services throughout the region.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to gain and apply knowledge of Income Security Programs including those administered by ECE, other GNWT Departments, other Governments, and agencies.
Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire knowledge of Departmental programs and services, as well as other funding sources such as Employment Insurance (EI), various Pension Plans, Income Tax, and the Canada Child Benefit.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A Certificate in Social Sciences or Business Administration, one (1) year of experience in a customer service or administrative environment.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIEDRIVE
BOX360
NORMAN WELLSNT X0E 0V0
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

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