Job Description

We are looking for a creative, engaging and high energy leader, with experience developing and executing comprehensive business development plans, events, and marketing and communication plans. As the Manager, Professional Programs you will lead the Business Development and Contract Training Unit in the Continuing Studies division. You will be responsible for coordinating and implementing business-generating activities and events that contribute to the mission, strategic directions, goals and objectives of Yukon University. Reporting to the Department Head, Continuing Studies, you will also be responsible for achieving the department\'s annual financial goals.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Master\'s degree with experience in business development, client relationship management, contract and budget management. You will have experience developing and adapting non-credit and micro-credential programs. You will also have exceptional communication and organizational skill as well as experience leading and managing teams in a unionized environment, ideally in post-secondary education.

Candidates with an acceptable combination of education and experience may also be considered.

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.

Yukon University