Job Description

Program Coordinator
Northern Institute of Social Justice (NISJ)
Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse)
Permanent Wage: $41.13 - $48.95 hourly
Based on 75 hours bi-weekly
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.104
Closing Date: October 8th 2025
Make a Difference in the North
Are you passionate about social justice, administrative justice, community wellness, and relevant and practical training? Do you thrive in a collaborative, learner-centered environment that values northern perspectives and realities?
The Northern Institute of Social Justice (NISJ) at Yukon University invites applications for a Program Coordinator (Mid-Level) to help shape and deliver innovative, culturally relevant training that addresses pressing social justice issues across the Yukon and northern regions.
About NISJ
Founded in 2010, the NISJ is a recognized leader in northern-focused social justice training. We develop and deliver short training courses and awareness sessions tailored for:

• Frontline and other workers across public, private, and non-government sectors,
• Members of quasi-judicial boards and tribunals, and
• Members of the general public who have a personal or professional interest in social justice topics.

The NISJ works with subject-matter experts who have northern knowledge and experience; and partners with national training organizations, like the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI). The NISJ focuses on delivering practical training that is grounded in northern realities, cultural diversity, and is relevant to frontline work.
Our Vision & Mission
We envision Northerners, working together, finding solutions to the social justice challenges facing themselves and their communities.
Our mission is to provide integrated, relevant training that helps:

• Employers build and retain a skilled workforce
• Individuals grow in their careers
• Communities strengthen leadership and service delivery capacity

Our approach is guided by principles of collaboration, respect for diversity, innovation, and learner-centered development.
About the Role
The Program Coordinator will play a central role in developing, organizing, and supporting the delivery of NISJ training programs. Working closely with instructors from the public, private and non-profit sectors; partner training organizations, and learners, you will help ensure that NISJ's courses remain responsive, relevant, and rooted in the unique values and challenges of the North.
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate development and delivery of training programs and awareness sessions
• Liaise with instructors, curriculum developers, and external partners
• Support recruitment, registration, and learner engagement processes
• Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements
• Ensure alignment with NISJ's mission, principles, and Yukon University's strategic priorities

What We're Looking For
Required:

• Experience in program coordination or project management (preferably in education, training, or community development)
• Education and experience in social work, criminology, political science, or other social science
• Strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Understanding of Yukon and northern contexts, or a demonstrated willingness to learn.

Assets:

• Experience working in or with First Nations, governments, NGOs, or community organizations
• Familiarity with adult education or training environments
• Knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed or culturally responsive practices.

Consideration may be given to those with an appropriate blend of education and experience.
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.
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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