Policy Analyst

at  Yukon Government

WHO WE ARE:

As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer 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.

• Experience conducting research, analyzing data, and communicating complex ideas;
• Experience leading complex, multi-stage projects;
• Experience providing well-reasoned recommendations to decision-makers;
• Experience developing policies, directives, and/or guidelines, and;
• Experience engaging and/or government to government consultation.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY

Candidates should have, and may be assessed on, their:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to write and speak in plain language;
• Strong organizational and planning skills;
• Ability to manage project work teams and work in a team environment;
• Ability to take initiative and work independently;
• A legal background will be considered an asset,
• Experience working with external consultants and managing contracts, and;
• Knowledge of and experience in both urban and rural Yukon will be considered an asset.

Eligibility List
6 months
Post Date
9 April 2024
Close Date
22 April 202

Please refer the Job description for details