Senior Advisor and Negotiator
Apply NowCompany: Government of Yukon
Location: Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2A9
Description:
Department
Government of Yukon -> Yukon Housing Corporation - President's Office
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
End Date
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
AR18
Salary
$105,596.00 - $122,633.00
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
Are you interested in helping create the future of YHC?
At Yukon Housing Corporation we strive to be a trusted housing partner working with First Nations, municipalities, federal government, Yukon government departments, private sector companies, nongovernment organizations and individuals, to increase housing options for Yukoners.
Our vision
To deliver housing solutions that contribute to healthy, sustainable and inclusive communities.
Our values
We value teamwork, strive to provide excellent client service at all times, and offer a supportive work environment for our employees with opportunities to learn and grow.
The opportunity
This is a full-time permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.
A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.
Reporting to the Director, First Nations and Community Partnerships, this position is responsible for leading Yukon Housing Corporation (YHC) partnership initiatives with NGOs, private developers and First Nations related to the negotiation and administration of housing agreements and developments including major capital project delivery and long-term lease agreements. In support of complex multi-party negotiations, the position will develop the strategic approach and mandates for negotiations and agreements with a host of local and federal partners. The position will support any necessary program development related to negotiated agreements, including cabinet submissions, briefings, etc. A key function of this role will be to build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of current and prospective community housing partners (e.g. First Nations governments, local and federal government, development corporations, NGOs and community organizations).
If you want to have an impact on housing solutions for Yukoners for decades to come, we want to hear from you!
Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. For more assistance on how to write a resume for Yukon Government, please refer to: here
Candidates who have education, training and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
Excellent interpersonal, communication (written/oral), organizational and analytical skills
Experience working in politically and culturally sensitive environments
Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external partners and clients
Capacity to formulate strategies, provide analysis and identify implications of proposals brought forward by community partners, industry and First Nations
Experience representing your department's positions on various inter-governmental and inter-departmental working groups.
Ability to prioritize and quickly adapt to change
Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
Additional Information
Click here to see why the Government of Yukon has been identified as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers since 2014.
Conditions of Employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver's License
Job Requirements: Candidates must have the ability to travel throughout the Yukon as required
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
15 April 2025
Close Date
30 April 2025
Job Description
Senior Advisor Negotiator Job Description
Government of Yukon -> Yukon Housing Corporation - President's Office
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
End Date
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
AR18
Salary
$105,596.00 - $122,633.00
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
Are you interested in helping create the future of YHC?
At Yukon Housing Corporation we strive to be a trusted housing partner working with First Nations, municipalities, federal government, Yukon government departments, private sector companies, nongovernment organizations and individuals, to increase housing options for Yukoners.
Our vision
To deliver housing solutions that contribute to healthy, sustainable and inclusive communities.
Our values
We value teamwork, strive to provide excellent client service at all times, and offer a supportive work environment for our employees with opportunities to learn and grow.
The opportunity
This is a full-time permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.
A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.
Reporting to the Director, First Nations and Community Partnerships, this position is responsible for leading Yukon Housing Corporation (YHC) partnership initiatives with NGOs, private developers and First Nations related to the negotiation and administration of housing agreements and developments including major capital project delivery and long-term lease agreements. In support of complex multi-party negotiations, the position will develop the strategic approach and mandates for negotiations and agreements with a host of local and federal partners. The position will support any necessary program development related to negotiated agreements, including cabinet submissions, briefings, etc. A key function of this role will be to build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of current and prospective community housing partners (e.g. First Nations governments, local and federal government, development corporations, NGOs and community organizations).
If you want to have an impact on housing solutions for Yukoners for decades to come, we want to hear from you!
- For more information about the position, please contact Ben Horowitz at ben.horowitz@yukon.ca or 867-332-3135.
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Nicole Rowett at nicole.rowett@yukon.ca or 867-456-6155.
Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. For more assistance on how to write a resume for Yukon Government, please refer to: here
- Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Intergovernmental Relations, Law or a related field
- Demonstrated experience with stakeholder negotiations on intergovernmental and interdepartmental working groups and at a Federal, Territorial, First Nation or Municipal level
- Demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement and relationship building
- Experience working directly with or for First Nation governments
- Experience developing and analyzing proposals and options, leading briefings for senior decision makers, preparing responses and presenting findings in a government setting
Candidates who have education, training and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
Excellent interpersonal, communication (written/oral), organizational and analytical skills
Experience working in politically and culturally sensitive environments
Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external partners and clients
Capacity to formulate strategies, provide analysis and identify implications of proposals brought forward by community partners, industry and First Nations
Experience representing your department's positions on various inter-governmental and inter-departmental working groups.
Ability to prioritize and quickly adapt to change
Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
Additional Information
Click here to see why the Government of Yukon has been identified as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers since 2014.
Conditions of Employment: Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver's License
Job Requirements: Candidates must have the ability to travel throughout the Yukon as required
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
15 April 2025
Close Date
30 April 2025
Job Description
Senior Advisor Negotiator Job Description