Director - Budgets - Whitehorse, Canada - Yukon Government

Yukon Government

Verified Company

Whitehorse, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

This posting is to fill one permanent full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

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

Who we are

The Management Board Secretariat plays a central role in government-wide financial planning and policy development by providing analysis and advice to the Management Board, a committee of Cabinet responsible for government financial management.

We work with all Yukon government departments, corporations, and agencies to lead the development of the territorial budget.

We also review proposals for new government programs and provide recommendations to the Management Board to promote effective and efficient use of government financial resources for the benefit of Yukoners.

The opportunity

This position provides an opportunity to inform decision-making at the highest levels of government by leading the development of the territorial budget.

You will also oversee and conduct financial research and analysis to inform short, medium, and long-term fiscal strategies for the Yukon government.

What we can offer you

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, Learn more about what we offer.

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Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below.
Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

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Degree in Public or Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Political Science, or a similar discipline.
Significant experience leading and conducting financial analysis and/or developing budgets.
Proficiency communicating and presenting financial information in written, and verbal formats.
Experience leading teams of professionals.
Significant experience working collaboratively with stakeholders.
Significant experience interpreting and complying with public sector accounting standards, financial policies, and financial legislation.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
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Influencing Others

Generates commitment while inspiring others.

Builds coalitions internally and externally, to reach the organization's goals by using a variety of methods and adapting influence approaches, and by effectively using knowledge of how the organization really works.
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Thinking Strategically

Takes a comprehensive, long term view, critically assessing options and implications, while linking decisions to strategic goals.

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Leading Change and Innovation

Leads the organization effectively through fast changing environments, and creates and implements a vision of an organization that is willing to take risks and test new approaches

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Demonstrating Client Focus

Creates a client focused culture for the entire organization and engages others in providing outstanding service to internal and external clients

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Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility

Demonstrates strong self awareness through deliberate learning from experience and self reflection to increase personal effectiveness and responsibility.

Uses strong interpersonal skills to build credibility and personal effectiveness.
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Taking Action and Achieving Results: