Employment Opportunities: Executive Director and Finance & Administration Manager
The Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Association is heading into exciting times. We’re coming through our development phase and looking ahead as we continue to lead Indigenous arts, culture and tourism forward in the Yukon. YFNCT is hiring two positions for a new executive team to help the team in the next phase.
Executive Director
Position Overview
YFNCT is looking for a creative and innovative steward and guardian of our vision. In an Executive Director, we seek a vibrant and dynamic person who is excited to lead the transformation work to:
- lead the team to hold up a community promoting arts & culture & tourism and the Indigenous people we work for and serve.
- implement the Yukon First Nations Cultural & Tourism Association’s (YFNCT’s) vision and mandate through the successful leadership and management; ensuring its financial & organizational viability.
- serve as the face of the organization to the greater community to further strategic partnerships development, advocacy objectives, programming initiatives and community partnership goals.
As an individual, we seek someone that will bring qualities that reflect the values of our Indigenous communities. This includes clear accountability, communications, kindness, compassion and an approach that uplifts and supports our team and those we serve.
Term
- Full-time 37.5hrs/week
- Permanent position
- Start date: to be negotiated
- Based in the YFNCT office in Whitehorse, Yukon
Wage Range
- $82,485-$91,650 plus employee benefit package
Job Description
Finance & Administration Manager
Position Overview
YFNCT is looking for a manager of our organization’s operations. In a Finance and Administration Manager, we seek a person who will:
- Serve as a leader in ensuring strong organizational management and oversight.
- Lead in the development, implementation and oversight of financial and administrative planning, policies, procedures and systems.
- Support in the development and implementation of Human Resources policies and tools.
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Director (ED) and Senior Management Team (SMT).
- Work collaboratively with staff, Board, community partners, funders, vendors & contractors.
As an individual, we seek someone that will bring qualities that reflect the values of our Indigenous communities. This includes clear accountability, communications, kindness, compassion and an approach that uplifts and supports our team and those we serve.
Term
- Full-time 37.5hrs/week
- Permanent position
- Immediate start date
- Based in the YFNCT office in Whitehorse, Yukon
Wage Range
- $74,587-$82,875 plus employee benefit package
Job Description
Applicable to both Positions
Deadline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; accepted until Monday, August 21 at 12pm Yukon time.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to the Hiring Committee at hiring@yfnct.ca.
Our Approach
YFNCT is committed to a hiring approach based on respect, trust, self-determination, and commitment. As such, we recognize the value of:
- Giving hiring priority to persons of First Nations, Inuit or Metis ancestry.
- Identifying and removing barriers for any applicant.
- Creating opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development in areas identified as growth needs to help the candidate thrive in their role.
- Creating a team of committed passionate people who will prioritize the values of our organization, work well as a team, and create a supportive environment for everyone we work with and serve.
About Us
YFNCT is a nonprofit stakeholder-based organization formed in 2013 that is committed to growing and promoting vibrant and sustainable Indigenous arts/culture and tourism sectors.
Read more about the YFNCT vision, mandate, goals and team here.
