Job Description

Rideau Hall Coordinator
Health, Education, and Human Services (HEHS)
Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse)
Term to Sept 30, 2026
Wage: $41.13 - $48.95 hourly
Based on 75 hours bi-weekly
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.102
Closing Date: November 2nd, 2025
Make a Meaningful Impact on the Future of Indigenous Education
Yukon University is seeking a thoughtful, well-organized, and relationship-driven Rideau Hall Coordinator to support a Yukon-wide initiative focused on increasing the number of Indigenous K-12 teachers across the territory.
Funded by the Rideau Hall Foundation, this term role supports Indigenous student success in YukonU's Bachelor of Education programs - both the Yukon Native Teacher Education Program (YNTEP) and the After-Degree program. You'll work closely with partners at the Yukon First Nation School Board (FNSB) and the Yukon First Nation Education Directorate (YFNED) to ensure that Indigenous learners are supported every step of the way.
About the Role
This is a hands-on coordination role that blends community engagement, student support, and project management. You'll be responsible for organizing and delivering key activities funded through the Rideau Hall initiative - including student outreach, rural practicums, and community-based courses - all with the goal of welcoming more Indigenous students into the teaching profession.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate initiatives that increase Indigenous student recruitment, enrollment, and retention in Education programs at YukonU
• Offer guidance and support to current and prospective Indigenous education students
• Work closely with faculty, staff, and First Nations education partners to deliver programming rooted in community needs
• Travel regularly to Yukon communities to support local program delivery and build relationships
• Serve as the main point of contact for the Rideau Hall Foundation and maintain effective reporting and communication
• Maintain program-related records, supplies, and web content

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Indigenous Studies, Community Development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in post-secondary education, Indigenous education, program coordination, or community engagement
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous education contexts, priorities, and approaches, particularly within Yukon communities
• Experience working collaboratively with Indigenous governments, organizations, or education partners
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and stakeholders effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and comfort working with databases, websites, and reporting tools

Assets

• Familiarity with post-secondary administrative processes, funding/reporting requirements, and event coordination
• Knowledge of Yukon First Nations history, culture, and governance structures
• Experience supporting Indigenous students in post-secondary education programs
• Experience maintaining web content and managing project-related records and materials

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon first Nations, as well as Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.
For additional information about the job posting, please contact:
Jeanelle Julien, Chair HEHS
Email: jjulien@yukonu.ca
Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:
Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.
Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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