Learning and Development Advisor

[Learning and Development Advisor](#)

[NWT Government](# "The Government of the Northwest Territories provides government services and programs to approximately 44,000 residents.")

Fort Smith NT

full-time

Apply by January 09, 2026

Salary: $116,259 - $138,879

The Learning and Development Advisor plays a pivotal role in strengthening the capacity of community government and designated authorities by identifying workforce learning needs and delivering targeted development solutions. This includes assessing and addressing skill gaps that impact performance, leading new council orientation workshops, and supporting ongoing training for both staff and council members. The Advisor also research, plans, and implements comprehensive learning initiatives that build effective, responsible, and sustainable community governments, while championing awareness and uptake of learning services across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement learning plans with individual learners.
• Provides expert advice and technical support to clients on workplace learning and development (including e-learning) practices.
• Coordinate and host regional learning events and opportunities.
• Gathers regional data, analyzes information, and provides recommendations on future learning initiatives.
• Seeks partnerships with other government departments to support community government learning and development

Key Qualifications:

• A degree in but not limited to education combined with 2 years of relevant experience.

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

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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.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License.

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 ID # 27391

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

Salary Information

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 $7,273.

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