Strategic Analyst, Sustainability

Are you interested in joining ECC to facilitate policy development or program implementation related to land management and administration? ECC is looking for a seasoned professional with a background in policy development or program implementation to support the co-development and implementation of new land management processes and policy.

This dynamic and challenging role includes substantial engagement within the Department, with other GNWT Departments, and with Indigenous Governments and Indigenous Organizations. The Strategic Analyst, Sustainability will support and enhance the GNWT¿s role in managing and administering public land in the interests of all northerners, including being involved in, or leading, projects that are grounded in reconciliation.

You will play a critical role in the operation of the Sustainability Unit by functioning as an effective advocate in advancing GNWT lands related interests; providing expert advice and counsel on land use and management; supporting the development, and implementation and reporting on the GNWT's Land Use and Sustainability Framework and Northern Lands - Northern Leadership.

Some Key Responsibilities :

• Development, review, evaluation, and implementation of ECC policies and strategic initiatives.
• Develops, reviews, evaluates program and operational lands policies, standards and guidelines, and procedures.
• Policy related duties within the Land Use and Sustainability Division.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the theory and practice related to land management and administration, environmental management, socio economic research and analysis, strategic analysis, policy development and program evaluation. Some of the key qualifications include :

The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health / dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories. please visit our or .

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Term Position

This job opening is for an One Year Term.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

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.

Transfer Assignments

Transfer Assignments may be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27564

Closing Date : March 9, 2026- 23 : 59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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