Communications Analyst (66408)

This is a term anticipatory permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Who we are

At the Economic Development our mandate is to develop a sustainable and competitive Yukon economy to enrich the quality of life of all Yukoners; to pursue economic initiatives with a shared vision of prosperity partnerships and innovation; and to forge partnerships with First Nations in the economic development of the territory.

The opportunity

The Policy Planning and Communications Branch provides research analysis writing and advisory services to departmental managers to support program delivery and decision-making. We also provide corporate planning support and ensure a consistent approach to marketing and communications.

Reporting to the Manager Marketing and Communications the communications analyst is responsible for developing strategic communications products that support departmental programs and initiatives and providing communications expertise advice analysis and support to the Minister senior management and department programs. Providing client services to department branches is a key element of this role.

Responsibilities include media relations speech writing developing online content for social media and creating and editing documents such as annual reports and providing support and advice to department staff on all a full range of communication activities.

If you are a highly motivated individual with strong research and writing skills and a collaborative client services approach you will be a good fit for this position.

For information about applying on an Economic Development competition contact Attinder Sidhu a/Director Human Resources at

For more information about this job contact Saskrita Shrestha Manager Marketing and Communications at

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications specifically how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential qualifications shown below. Ensure a month/year format is used for each work experience. Note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

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• Degree in communications journalism public relations or public administration;
• Experience developing and delivering a full-range of communication products (such as news release speaking notes communication strategies);
• Experience writing for various audiences and stakeholders;
• Experience providing communications advice preferably within a government setting.

Candidates who have education training and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge Skills and Suitability

To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives candidates may be assessed on:

• Experience with approval processes responding to short-term requests and formulating key messages.
• Providing strategic advice and issues management expertise to clients.
• The ability to work independently self-manage workloads meet deadlines to achieve organizational goals.
• Excellent commitment to creating and maintaining a client focused culture.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work well under deadline pressure.
• Strong organizational awareness; sensitivity and understanding structures processes culture relationships and issues.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Additional Information

Job Requirements: occasional travel within the territory is required

Explore everything we have to offer

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.

Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.

We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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