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The NWT Literacy Council is looking for nominations for Regional Representatives on our Board of Directors.

• Beaufort Delta Region
• Deh Cho Region
• Sahtu Region
• Tłı̨chǫ Region
• Yellowknife Region

Nominations close on December 6, 2013

We are looking for an Executive Director.  We seek a highly-motivated candidate, who is both a strategic leader and a skillful hands-on administrator.  This is a full-time senior management position based in Yellowknife.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Submit resumes by email to nwtliteracy@nwtliteracy.ca  before 3 pm MT Friday November 29, 2013.  Please put Executive Director in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for your interest. We will contact only those selected for an interview.

Executive Director Job Description

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