Intergovernmental Relations Officer

Intergovernmental Relations Officer - (69266)

Government of Yukon ->
Executive Council Office - Intergovernmental Relations

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

MG05

$ - $

Union

MGT

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference
- Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference
- Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit  .

Job Summary and Requirements

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

This posting is for a permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Who we are…

The Executive Council Office is the centre of excellence for the Government of Yukon. We are leaders in the modernization of government standards and processes.

We provide central strategic advice to advance government priorities through policy development, communications, intergovernmental relations, Indigenous relations, major project management, youth initiatives, Indigenous and scientific knowledge and by supporting the Water Board and the Commissioner’s Office. The department also provides direct support to the Premier and Cabinet.

Join our dynamic team and help us strengthen relationships and good governance for the benefit of all Yukoners.

The opportunity…

The Intergovernmental Relations Officer is responsible for managing, coordinating and developing intergovernmental strategies, positions, policies and relationships as well as providing strategic, advisory, and executive support for Yukon’s participation in interdepartmental, intergovernmental and international agreements, committees, conferences and meetings.

The Intergovernmental Relations Officer represents the Government of Yukon in the Executive Council Office’s engagement with other governments in Canada and internationally. This position manages a wide network of contacts within and outside the Yukon government to ensure that executive-level intergovernmental relations are carried out in a coordinated, consistent and effective manner so other governments understand and consider the goals, objectives, positions and circumstances of Yukon.

Supporting you every step of the way…

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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• Bachelors degree in public administration, political science, communications or a related field;
• Extensive experience in policy, communications, negotiations, and/or intergovernmental relations;
• Extensive experience analyzing complex and sensitive issues and providing strategic advice to senior level management and elected officials; and
• Experience providing support for engagements led by elected or appointed representatives and/or experience representing the interests or positions of an organization or government to external parties will be considered assets.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience…