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Contract Administrator

Government of Northwest Territories
Published
Jul 2, 2024
Location
Norman Wells, NT
Job Type
Salary
  • $69,089.00-82,505.00 per annum
Department
Housing NWT

Description

Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

Located at the Housing Northwest Territories (Housing NWT)’s Sahtu District Office (SDO) in Norman Wells and reporting to the District Controller, the Contract Administrator performs duties that have an impact on the Local Housing Organizations (LHOs), individual contractors, individual clients of the Corporation and the Technical, Programs and Financial functions of the District Office.

The Contract Administrator works within an established accountability framework to ensure the accuracy and integrity of processes including ensuring that all contracting procedures are carried out in accordance with policies and procedures. This framework includes the Financial Administration Act, the Business Incentive Policy (BIP), the Northern Manufacturing Directive, Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) Procurement Shared Services (PSS) Policy and Procedures and the Housing NWT’s Contract Administration Manual.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
•    Knowledge of legal tender/contract procedures, policies, and contract administration.
•    Knowledge of Business Incentive Policy and Northern Manufacturing Policy.
•    Proficiency in computer software application using PC software including Adobe, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
•    Practical knowledge of Contract Law.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The required knowledge and skills would normally be attained through completion of a post secondary education in procurement/business/commerce related discipline combined with two (2) years related experience in construction project contract administration or related contracting environment.

Equivalent post secondary education and experience may be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360 
NORMAN WELLS  NT  X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca

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

More Information

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.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 25355     Closing Date: July 16, 2024 - 23:59, Mountain Time.

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $35.43 per hour (approximately $69,088.50 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance $20,768.00

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