Senior Economic Development Officer
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency · Several cities · CO02 · Open to the public
Open April 22 to May 4, 2026
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Senior Economic Development Officer
Date extended until May 4, 2026.
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Closing date: May 4, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
NED26J-020254-000060
26-NED-EA-YT-OPS-670396
Yellowknife (Northwest Territories), Whitehorse (Yukon)
$89,966 to $128,102
CO-02
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.Applicants who are Yukon First Nations or other Indigenous persons are strongly encouraged to apply. Hiring preference will be applied in accordance with the territory of the final position location.
For further information on the organization, please visit Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency.
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- Operational Requirements
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- Language requirements (essential for the job)
- You may need (asset qualifications)
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- Equity, diversity and inclusion
- Preference
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About the position
As one of Canada’s seven Regional Development Agencies, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) works with Northerners and Indigenous peoples, communities, businesses, organizations, other federal departments and other orders of government to help build diversified and dynamic economies that foster long-term sustainability and economic prosperity across the territories – Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon.CanNor is headquartered in Iqaluit, Nunavut with regional offices in Whitehorse, Yukon and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. There is also a liaison office in Ottawa, Ontario.This is a rewarding opportunity for motivated and resourceful individuals looking to be part of an organization that leverages its nimbleness to tackle serious, high-profile socio-economic issues.As a Senior Economic Development Officer working within CanNor’s Yukon, Yellowknife and/or Nunavut’s Operations' team, you will provide support to important programs and projects, engaging key partners and stakeholders in the region. The role will provide you the opportunity to make a significant difference in the economic and social wellbeing of Indigenous peoples and northern residents; by working directly with communities and businesses, and witnessing first-hand the results of government investments.
For Whitehorse, Yukon:
The immediate intent of this process is to fill one (1) or more full-time Senior Economic Development Officer positions on a permanent basis at the CO-02 level in Whitehorse, Yukon (with the language profile of either English essential and/or bilingual imperative BBB/BBB). Successful applicants will be required to work onsite in Whitehorse, Yukon.For Yellowknife, NWT:
The immediate intent of this process is to fill one (1) full-time Senior Economic Development Officer position on a permanent full-time basis at the CO-02 level in Yellowknife, NWT (bilingual imperative BBB/BBB). Successful applicants will be required to work onsite in Yellowknife, NWT.An anticipatory pool of qualified candidates may also be established for potential future vacancies to fill similar positions, with various tenures and various language profiles - ( English essential, bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, CCC/CCC) in any of CanNor’s northern offices.
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The salary range for this positions is: $89,966 to $128,102 per annum.In addition, the selected candidate(s) will also be entitled to:Northern allowance & Vacation Travel assistance for Whitehorse
• A Northern allowance ranging from approximately $9,336 to $12,989 per year;
• 1 Vacation travel assistance per year approximately $680.40 per dependent (i.e. the employee and eligible dependents, including spouse/common-law partner), based on current rates for Whitehorse.Northern allowances & Vacation Travel assistance for Yellowknife
• A Northern allowance ranging from approximately $18,527- $26,363 per year;
• 1 Vacation travel assistance per year approximately $1,300.95 per dependent (i.e. the employee and eligible dependents, including spouse/common-law partner), based on current rates for Yellowknife.Please note that rates and conditions above are subject to change. Please see the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive for more information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php.Financial assistance is also available to help with the costs of relocation. Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service; guidance may be found at the Canadian Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca.All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).Depending on the number of applicants, needs and/or plans, the following may be applied during the assessment and/ or selection of candidates in the staffing process at any stage: top-down approach, cut-off scores, asset selection, organizational needs and/or operational requirements.Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.Meeting one or many of the asset qualifications may be a deciding factor in appointing a particular candidate amongst the qualified candidates. Please note that one, some or all of the asset qualifications could be used at any stage of the staffing process.Thank you / Merci / Ekosani / Miigwech / Meegwetch / Mahseecho / Mutna / Wopida / Hei Hei / Marci Cho / ᖁᐊᓇᖅᑯᑎᑦ / Quanaqqutit / ᓇᑯᕐᒦᒃ (Nakurmik) / Nakummek / Qujannamiik / Qujanaq / Kukwstsétsemc / Woliwon / Woliwun / Wela’lin
Conditions of employment
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Operational Requirements
Willing and able to travel in the North.
Valid Driver's License
You need (essential for the job)
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PS2 Thinking things through.
PS3 Working effectively with others
PS4 Showing initiative and being action-oriented.
PS5. Judgment
A2 Ability to organize and summarize information from a variety of sources.
A3 Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A4 Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A5. Ability to solve problems
A6. Ability to provide advice to senior management.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
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You may need (asset qualifications)
AEX2. Experience working in Northern Communities preferably in Nunavut, the Yukon, or the Northwest Territories.
AEX3: Experience in the delivery of community or economic development programs involving multiple stakeholders.
AK2. Knowledge of challenges and opportunities related to northern economic development.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
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Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
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How to apply
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We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.