The Adaptation Analyst at the Climate Change Secretariat is responsible for coordinating Yukon government’s strategic priorities with a focus on climate change adaptation efforts. This position works with local, regional, government-wide, national and international climate change experts, partners, and key players from various sectors to research, analyze, develop, implement and communicate climate change policies and strategies in a manner that contributes to the achievement of the Government of Yukon’s adaptation goals and objectives. 

For more information about this position, please contact: Rebecca World, Director, Climate Change Secretariat, at .

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your application (no cover letter is needed) clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications.  Upon submission of your application you will be required to complete a questionnaire directly related to the essential qualifications for this position.  Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your application.

• Degree with concentration in climate change studies (environmental science, geography, planning, policy, etc.) or related field (education specific to climate change adaptation would be an asset);
• Experience in researching, analyzing and synthesizing climate change adaptation information;
• Considerable experience in leading or managing projects, such as policy, planning or community-based consultation initiatives (specific to climate change would be an asset);
• Experience communicating complex information in a variety of forms (including written, oral, group presentation, and visual) to diverse audiences;
• Experience in policy, regulation and legislation analysis would be an asset.
• Experience collaborating with indigenous colleagues would be an asset.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills;
• Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging issues related to climate change vulnerabilities and adaptation;
• Ability to draft decision-making documents such as option papers, briefing notes, backgrounders, and communications packages;
• Ability to engage and work effectively and collaboratively across various departments, organizations, stakeholders, partners, etc.;
• Ability to shift focus and activities quickly and strategically in response to numerous diverse priorities, challenges and demands.
• Ability to model interpersonal skills and personal responsibility.

Additional Information:

The eligibility list will be used to staff an anticipatory term position (duration Fall 2019 to March 31, 2021)

Job Requirements: Occasional travel to the communities or within Canada may be required