Agriculture & Commercial Food Development Analyst Job Hay River area,NT Canada,Science

The Agriculture and Commercial Food Development Analyst position is located in Hay River. The Analyst is the Territorial expert on the development of the agricultural and commercial food development sectors of the Northwest Territories (NWT) economy, which include commercial fisheries and food processing. The Analyst is responsible for the development of legislation and regulations; strategic initiatives; and facilitating the development of the northern agriculture and food processing industry programs and businesses and works in cooperation with regional staff and officials of other governments, including the Federal Government, to deliver programs through multi and bi-lateral agreements.

The incumbent makes recommendations on multi and bi-lateral agreements signed with Agriculture and Agri-Foods Canada as and when required. The Analyst monitors the budget and ensures projects funded through the bi-lateral cost-shared contribution programs comply with program priorities.

Critical Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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Knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures pertinent to agriculture, food development, food processing, farm and food development safety and commercial fishing;

Knowledge of agricultural production standards in such areas as agricultural land and water use management, waste disposal, pesticide use and animal handling;

Knowledge of First Nation groups, land claim issues, and resource development activities throughout the NWT

Knowledge of production and management techniques associated with land clearing, livestock and poultry management, and crop production

Knowledge of commercial fisheries and related business development practices.

Typically attained by

The acquisition of an undergraduate degree in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, and;
At least five years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.
A graduate degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of education (at least two years of academic studies) in the above fields along with eight years of progressive directly related experience, will be considered.

Equivalencies may include

Diploma in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, eight years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.

Masters degree in agri-business, animal sciences, resource management or a similar relevant discipline, and;
At least three years of progressive directly related experience in agriculture, commercial food development and project management.

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Term Position

This job opening is for a 1 Year Term

Indigenous Employment Policy

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

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.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening # 27551

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

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,662

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