Senior Communications Advisor

7 days ago

Whitehorse YT YA C, Canada Yukon Government Full time

This posting is to fill a one-year term position, working 75 hours bi-weekly. Temporary Assignments may also be considered.

Yukon government's vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.

Our work has a visible impact…

The Executive Council Office is the centre of excellence for the Government of Yukon. We are leaders in the modernization of government standards and processes.

We provide central strategic advice to advance government priorities through policy development, communications, intergovernmental relations, Indigenous relations, major project management, youth initiatives, Indigenous and scientific knowledge and by supporting the Water Board and the Commissioner's Office. The department also provides direct support to the Premier and Cabinet.

Join our dynamic team and help us strengthen relationships and good governance for the benefit of all Yukoners.

The opportunity…

The Executive Council Office's Communications branch is looking for someone to join the team as a senior communications advisor. If you're detail oriented, with strong communication skills and high standards, this could be a great opportunity for you to grow and develop new skills in a central agency role. You'll love this role if you enjoy providing advice on high-profile initiatives, supporting peers across government and advancing projects that improve quality and efficiency in our communications.

Important application requirements:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on

Essential Qualifications

  • A degree in communications, journalism, political science, or a related field;
  • Considerable experience developing and implementing communications and public engagement strategies;
  • Considerable experience writing for various audiences and media;
  • Considerable experience providing communications advice and strategic direction, preferably within a government setting; and
  • Considerable experience dealing with complex and strategic issues within a communications context.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Tobest support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

  • Thinking Strategically
  • Influencing Others
  • Developing People
  • Ability to critically assess options and implications and link decisions to strategic goals
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work well under deadline pressure
    Commitment to creating and maintaining a client focused culture

Additional information

Job requirements:

  • This position is in Whitehorse, Yukon, and requires you to work in the office. Remote work is not available for this role.

Contact details:

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact:

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

24 December 2025

Close Date

09 January 2026

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