Chief Executive Officer

4 weeks ago


Yellowknife, Canada Yellowknives Dene First Nation Full time

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN) is governed by a Chief and Council which has offices in Dettah and Ndilo. The YKDFN Chiefs and Council affirm our sacred obligation to serve our people and our commitment to live balanced contemporary lifestyles with culture and traditions important to our community, to speak our traditional language, and to protect our natural resources and treaty rights. The YKDFN is seeking a qualified candidate who is highly motivated with excellent interpersonal skills to lead and join our senior management team for the role of:

Chief Executive Officer

Under the authority of the YKDFN Government Chiefs and Council and reporting to the Dettah Chief, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the effective and efficient management of the YKDFN organization. The CEO will oversee and direct the affairs of the First Nation programs and services. This includes, but is not limited to, organizational development, program development, implementation and management, financial and administrative planning and management, policy development and implementation, and community project management. This position is located in the community of Dettah, Monday to Friday.

The qualifications required for this position:
  1. University Degree in Public/Local Administration, Business Management or related degree with a minimum of 5 years direct senior management experience; or
  2. Equivalent combination of education, related work experience and training with a minimum of 10 years of direct work experience may be considered;
  3. A valid Class ‘5’ Driver’s License, and own vehicle.

To be considered, a cover letter and resume must be submitted to HR by November 18, 2024.

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