Senior Evaluation and Performance Analyst

This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions. Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see: https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee

The Department of Executive and Indigenous Affairs works to provide overall management and direction to the Executive branch of the Government of the Northwest Territories. The Department is responsible for: coordinating and supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives and actions in support of cross-government goals The Department is responsible for ensuring mutually respectful intergovernmental relations between the territorial government and Aboriginal, provincial, territorial and national and international governments are maintained; along with negotiating and implementing land, resources And self-government agreements that address Aboriginal rights in the Northwest Territories.

As a Senior Evaluation and Performance Analyst, you'll play a key role in improving the sustainability, efficiency, and effectiveness of health and social services across the territory. Working with leaders and stakeholders, you'll help shape decisions that have a lasting impact on programs, services, and the people who rely on them.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and enhancement of evaluation and performance measurement frameworks to support a sustainable health and social services system Analyze data, trends, and healthcare practices to identify opportunities for service improvements, efficiencies, and long-term sustainability. Develop performance indicators, benchmarks, forecasts, and evidence-based recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Prepare briefings, reports, business cases, and presentations for senior leaders on key healthcare sustainability initiatives. Lead and support system improvement projects while collaborating with partners and mentoring junior team members. Key Qualifications: Designation as a Credentialed Evaluator (CE) from the Canadian Evaluation Society OR a bachelor's degree in the social sciences, political science, public administration, or a relevant field of study with a focus on research methods and/or program evaluation, demonstrating training and/or coursework in evaluation with 3 years of progressive work experience in research and analysis; program design; and/or program evaluation including 3 years of progressive writing experience preferably in a government setting which may include: research and evaluation proposals, policy and position papers, communication materials, and briefing documents. Equivalencies: A University/College Diploma in the social sciences, political science, public administration, or a relevant field of study with a focus on research methods and/or program evaluation, demonstrating training and/or coursework in evaluation with 5 years of progressive work experience in research and analysis; program design; and/or program evaluation including 5 years of progressive writing experience preferably in a government setting which may include: research and evaluation proposals, policy and position papers, communication materials, and briefing documents. All other equivalencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

This job opening is for a 1 year term

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

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

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 lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

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 may be considered.

Job Opening ID #28478 Closing Date: October 29, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time

The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit: Preparing Your Application

Inquiries Only: Department of Finance Government of the Northwest Territories YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5 TH FLOOR BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9 Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106 Fax (867) 873-0445 jobsyk@gov.nt.ca Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Veuillez noter que cette offre d'emploi est publiée en anglais seulement puisqu'il s'agit d'un concours interne réservé aux employés du gouvernement des Territoires du Nord-Ouest et de la Commission de la sécurité au travail et de l'indemnisation des travailleurs (CSTIT). Pour toute question, communiquez avec les Services de gestion et de recrutement du ministère des Finances par courriel, à jobsyk@gov.nt.ca , ou par téléphone, au 867-767-9154.