Regional Economic Development Advisor

This posting is to fill 2 one-year Term anticipatory perm position, working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Who we are…

At the Department of Economic Development, our mandate is to develop a sustainable and competitive Yukon economy to enrich the quality of life of all Yukoners; to pursue economic initiatives with a shared vision of prosperity, partnerships and innovation; and to forge partnerships with First Nations in the economic development of the territory.

From advising small businesses to attracting investment, we connect our clients with the right people and resources to turn good ideas into reality. We provide the economic analysis and insight that inform smart decision-making and assist clients as they access government financial supports. We are here to help businesses, industries and communities to see the big picture, envision the future of the Yukon economy, and find a path forward.

This opportunity…

The Regional Economic Development Branch facilitates regional economic activities. We offer funding and advisory services to clients including First Nations governments and organizations, communities, businesses, non-profits and a variety of other groups. We support projects, capacity development, and initiatives that provide long-term economic and social benefits for Yukon communities.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to work on and manage projects and identify and combine resources within a multi-stakeholder context. If you have demonstrated project management skills with a client service orientation and thrive on building and maintaining relationships, you may be interested in working with Economic Development.

For information about applying on an Economic Development competition, contact Attinder Sidhu, Human Resources Consultant at Attinder.Sidhu@yukon.ca

For more information about this job, contact Minerva Ward, Director, Regional Economic Development Branch at Minerva.Ward@yukon.ca

Find more information on how to prepare and submit your resume.

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. When you list your work experience, include the month and year in which you started and ended each job.

• A post-secondary degree in economic development, public administration, business, or a related field.
• Experience in economic development, business, or related field at the regional or community level, including developing strategies, plans, and initiatives that support economic and business growth.
• Experience in providing business advisory services, supporting entrepreneurship, or facilitating sectoral planning.
• Experience working with First Nations governments, municipalities, industry associations, or social enterprises to advance economic and business development initiatives would be an asset.
• Experience conducting economic analysis and advising stakeholders on funding opportunities, investment attraction, and capacity-building initiatives would be an asset.

Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building
• Business Acumen
• Strategic Thinking & Analytical Skills
• Project & Program Management
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Effective Communication & Advisory Skills
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Adaptability & Initiative

Additional Information

Travel within the Territory is required

Valid Yukon Class 5 driver's license

Explore everything we have to offer…

Learn about what we offer our employees.

• Flexible work and leave options
• Vacation and personal leave entitlements
• A comprehensive compensation package to support the unique needs of you and your family
• Health and wellness support and benefits, including our Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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