- Bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, communications or a related field, or a suitable combination of education and experience.
- Significant experience preparing written briefing materials, position papers, and/or policy documents, and delivering briefings to senior management and/or elected officials.
- Significant experience analyzing complex and sensitive issues and providing advice to senior management and/or elected officials.
- Experience in intergovernmental relations and negotiations, including support for federal-provincial-territorial or other multilateral tables, would be considered an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to exercise diplomacy to influence or persuade others
- Strategic thinking and sound judgment
- Commitment to excellent client service
- Ability to maintain and respect confidentiality
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
- Excellent time management skills, including the ability to manage constant interruptions
- Adaptability and initiative
- Must be able to qualify for Secret Level security clearance; and
- Must hold a valid Canadian passport.
- Occasional travel within and/or outside of the territory.
Intergovernmental Relations Analyst - Whitehorse, Canada - Government of Yukon
Description
Job Summary and RequirementsThis posting is to fill one 1-year Term, anticipatory permanent. Temporary Assignments may also be considered.
Who we are...
The Intergovernmental Relations Branch is a division of the Executive Council Office. We coordinate and lead the Yukon government's intergovernmental relations activities, including relationships between Yukon and provincial, territorial, federal and international governments and the advancement of government priorities through these engagements. We support Yukon government intergovernmental policy initiatives, events, and matters of protocol.
This opportunity...
This position is responsible for researching, developing, and analyzing government initiatives to support the advancement of Yukon's interests with other governments and to provide policy and strategic advice on intergovernmental relations. The Analyst will engage within the Yukon government and with other governments on Yukon priorities and will gain exposure to a wide range of domestic and international relations policy issues across the Intergovernmental Relations Branch portfolio. Through this work, the Analyst will support ongoing intergovernmental engagement activities, government-to-government negotiations, and the successful execution of intergovernmental meetings and events.
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If you have questions about this role or the recruitment process, please contact Lynn Williams, Human Resources at or