Government of Yukon -> Highways and Public Works - Corporate Services Policy & Communications

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR14

$85,225.00 - $98,818.00

Union

YEU

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 www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

We are currently seeking a talented and strategic individual to join our Corporate Services Branch as an Issues Management Analyst.

The Issues Management Analyst is responsible for developing briefing materials across the department to support senior management and the Minister during the Legislative sitting and throughout the year. The position provides support across the department, ensuring that information presented to the Legislative Assembly and senior leadership is accurate, timely, and aligned with government priorities. It ensures the effective coordination of departmental responses, development of briefing materials, and delivery of strategic advice to senior officials

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting corporate initiatives,



enhancing internal processes, and fostering collaboration between divisions, senior officials, and external partners. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment and has a passion for public service, strategic communications, and organizational improvement.

- Degree or diploma in public administration, political science, communications, or a related field
- Experience in the delivery of high-quality products in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
- Experience providing advice, research, and strategic support to senior management and/or elected officials including the preparation of briefing materials, decision papers, and other executive documents
- Experience developing and maintaining solid working relationships with senior officials and external partners.
- Experience working in a government or legislative environment, and a sound understanding of Yukon’s public service structure, are considered strong assets.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

- Modelling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
- Taking Action and Achieving Results
- Demonstrating Client Focus
- Thinking Strategically
- Ability to produce high-quality written material in a short timeframe.

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