Strategic Communications Manager

Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board

Whitehorse, YT
$112,346-149,795 per year
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

Strategic Communication ManagerFull-time, 1 year term position, working 75 hours bi-weekly$112,345.90 - $149,794.56A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.What's YESAB?The Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board (YESAB) is an independent body established under the Umbrella Final Agreement and YESAA legislation in 2003. YESAB conducts environmental and socio-economic assessments of projects before they are approved by the governing body.Our purpose is to conduct neutral, timely, efficient and effective environmental and socio-economic assessments in the Yukon.What we offer:

Professional development opportunities.
Retirement savings contributions.
Paid vacation and flexible work options.
Work with a team committed to conducting neutral assessments in the Yukon that contribute to protecting the environment and the social, economic, and cultural well-being of Yukon First Nations and residents.

Eligibility

Degree in Business Communication, Communication Studies, Corporate Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or equivalent combination of education and lived experience
Strong knowledge of communication development methods, public education, and awareness strategies
Experience providing strategic communication advice to leadership
Experience engaging Indigenous governments, government representatives, stakeholder groups, and the public
Knowledge of Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act (YESAA) and Yukon First Nations and First Nation Agreements

Reporting to the Executive Director, the is part of YESAB's corporate team. This role leads YESAB's Communications Strategy while supporting relationships with staff, stakeholders, all levels of governments, and the public. The Strategic Communications Manager is responsible for:

Leading corporate communication planning, vision, and narrative development, and serving as YESAB's media contact.
Designing and delivering public education and awareness initiatives
Briefing the Executive Director and senior leadership on emerging
Providing communication leadership during organizational initiatives and change management
Ensuring consistency in branding across all corporate materials, reports (including the Annual Report), digital communications, and social media
Leading outreach to understand perspectives of Indigenous governments, governments, stakeholders, and the public
Managing contracts with communications consultants and designers
Supervising and supporting the Communications Unit, including performance management and task coordination

Visit YESAB's job board to submit your application. Applications must be received by April 22, 2026, at 11:59 pm Yukon Standard Time.We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.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.

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