Senior Economic Development Advisor

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Duties:

Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, this position is responsible for developing, coordinating, managing, implementing and evaluating the economic activities of KDFN. This position will also assist with identifying and implementing economic opportunities contained in the KDFN Final Agreement.

 

Qualifications:

  • University degree, or post graduate certificate in Economics, Economic Development, or related field, with extensive experience in economic development and planning. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Program planning, development, implementation and evaluation skills.
  • Project management, financial management and contract management skills.
  • Policies and procedures, research and negotiation skills and experience.
  • Knowledge of Federal and Territorial Government economic development programs, regulations and procedures.
  • Advanced skills in proposal-writing, report-writing and presentations.
  • Solid communication skills, oral and written, technical and non-technical levels.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with First Nations.
  • Enhanced computer / software proficiencies.
  • Experience in conflict management, mediation and problem solving.

Please submit your resumes and cover letter reflecting the above qualifications to:

Dana Gibbons, HR Specialist, 35 McIntyre Drive, Whitehorse YT Y1A 5A5.

or by email to: dgibbons@kwanlindun.com

or by fax to: (867) 633-7841.

The full job description may be obtained from the KDFN Administration Office at 35 McIntyre Drive. KDFN preferential hiring will apply.

 

Compensation: 
Kwanlin Dun First Nation Wage Scale, plus Benefits
Deadline: 
11 Sep 2009
Location: 
35 McIntyre Drive
Whitehorse  Yukon Territory  Y1A 5A5
Canada