Job Description

Senior Communication Officer

Whitehorse Head Office

Full-time, 2-year term position, working 75 hours bi-weekly

Annual salary range $91,247.27 - $105,420.79

What\'s YESAB?

YESAB is an independent, arms-length body responsible for carrying out the assessment responsibilities under the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act (YESAA). Our commitment is to be an impartial, effective, and efficient organization. We are a small and passionate team who loves the work that we do and the territory in which we live.

We are inspired by different ways of knowing and welcome critical thinking and diverse experience to our teams. To learn more about YESAB, visit us at yesab.ca

What\'s this position about?

The Senior Communication Officer is responsible for leading YESAB\'s Communication Strategy and providing a full range of communication services. The Senior Communication Officer provides strategic advice and leadership related to communications to support YESAB and its participants and to ensure continuing public awareness of issues pertaining to the assessment program.

What will I be doing?

You will be contributing to the enthusiastic and lively work culture of YESAB and will be located in the Whitehorse Head Office. As the Senior Communication Officer, you will be responsible for developing and distributing accurate media context and ensuring that communication reaches the desired target audiences. This position significantly contributes to the public\'s understanding of YESAB\'s assessment processes and procedures.

The Policy Officer is responsible for:

• Leading the development and implementation of YESAB\'s Communication Strategy and managing the corporate communication vision.
• Leading the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to social media and online communications.
• Researches, writes, and edits a broad range of communications products to increase public awareness of assessments, the assessment process, YESAA, and YESAB.
• Plans, develops, and implements communications plans for specific assessments, including support for public meetings, hearings, and technical advisory committees.
• Designs and executes public education or awareness campaigns and liaises with First Nations to support effective participation in the assessment process.
• Provides communication and media relations services to YESAB\'s Senior Management, Management, Executive Director and Board.

What knowledge, skills and abilities do I need for this role?

Having a degree in Business Communication, Communication Studies, Corporate Communication, Public Relations or similar degree, with strong knowledge of communication development methods and techniques, as well as experience in advertising or public relations is required.

Strong analytical and synthesis skills, written and oral communication skills (including plain language writing), as well as confidence in making public presentations will contribute to the success of this position. Experience in graphic design, including knowledge of government and industry standards for graphic design files, is a strong preference to excel and support the collective YESAB team.

If you are interested in providing strategic advice and leading the public awareness of issues pertaining to the assessment program, then this position is meant for you!

How do I apply?

Visit YESAB\'s dedicated Collage platform to submit your application and view the comprehensive . Please note that secondments can be supported.

As part of this recruitment process candidates may be required to complete a work simulation exercise to assess proper job fit and ability.

A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.

Applications must be received by April 19, 2023 at 11:59 pm Yukon Standard Time.

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.

Collection, use and retention of personal information will be in accordance with YESAB\'s privacy policies and practices. By submitting your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 and personal information and/or participating in our interview process, you acknowledge and consent to YESAB\'s collection, use and disclosure of your personal information to determine your suitability for this employment opportunity.

Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board