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Fixed Term Full-Time (ASAP – October 2026)                                    

Salary: Negotiable

Robust Benefits Package

Location: Haines Junction or Whitehorse

 

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chief, this position is responsible for all day-to-day operations of CAFN and ensuring the organization’s mission is accomplished.  The position will supervise the Associate Executive Director, Department Directors and the Executive Council Office Executive Assistants, as well as oversee the Management Committee.  

 

The Executive Director participates in short-term and long-term strategic planning with the intent to assist CAFN in achieving defined goals, objectives and project completion.  The Executive Director is a key member of the Executive Council Office and works collaboratively with the Directors in supporting identified priorities of Chief and Council. The incumbent is also required to participate in the Executive Council Committee of the Whole which is a working session of the First Nations Council.

 

Education and Experience:

Post-Secondary Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related discipline, along with considerable experience in a senior management role, preferably in a First Nation environment.

Experience in strategic planning and financial and human resource management is preferred. 

Supervisory and negotiation skills are required. 

Those with extensive years of relevant training and/or experience may be equally considered.

 

Conditions of Employment:

• Mandatory confidentiality is a condition of employment for all CAFN personnel.
• Criminal Record Check
• Valid Yukon Class 5 driver's license
• Attendance at the General Assemblies
• Ability to work flexible hours, including working evenings and/or weekends, as required
• Extended workdays may be required to accomplish tasks and meet workload demands during peak periods, as directed
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing to learn to speak and understand the Southern Tutchone language
• All Champagne and Aishihik First Nations employees are expected to conduct their duties in a harmonious and cooperative manner intended to enhance the First Nations efforts to build a strong and prosperous Government.  

 

CAFN is an equal opportunity employer, however, qualified CAFN Citizens will be given priority and underfills will be considered. Please self-identify in your cover letter or resume.

 

Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

 

Temporary Assignments may be considered. Please ensure you have supervisor approval before applying.

 

For a complete job description please check the CAFN website at www.cafn.ca or contact below.

 

Deadline: 4:30 pm on February 14, 2025

 

Send current resume and supporting documents to:

                                                                                          Monique Martin

 Human Resources Officer

 Phone: (867) 456-6888 ext 340

 mmartin@cafn.ca