Job DetailsExecutive Director - Term (Governance & Executive Operations)Location: Tr'ondëkHwëch'in Offices – Dawson, YTStart Date: ImmediatelyEnd Date: Three (3) years from start dateSalary: Level 14 Step 1 ($6,513.00 biweekly)Standard Hours: Bi-Weekly: 75Closing Date: 4:00pm (YST) – July 2, 2026ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Tr'ondëkHwëch'in Council, the Executive Director is the senior administration official of the TH Government and is responsible for ensuring that the laws, policies, and programs of the TH Government are implemented, while providing information, advice, and recommendations to Council on the operation, management, governance, and fiscal management of the TH Government.
The incumbent also directs, manages, and supervises TH employees through established lines of authority, carries out Council‐delegated powers and duties identified through legislation, provides administrative expertise and overall direction to the Senior Management Team, and directs the development of an annual budget consistent with Council's strategic plan and departmental workplans.
The incumbent monitors and ensures that TH funds are managed in accordance with TH's Financial Administration Policy, and liaises with officials of other governments and agencies to support TH strategic objectives.
Essential QualificationsAdvanced Post‐Secondary Degree (preferably graduate studies level) in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a similar degree combined with a minimum of four (4) years of experience working with First Nations Governments in a senior management capacity. An equivalent combination of education, knowledge, skills, and experience may be considered.
Strong working knowledge and understanding of Tr'ondëkHwëch'in culture, traditions, traditional knowledge and other ways of knowing, and the teachings of Elders.
Strong working knowledge of government administration (particularly Indigenous self‐government) and operations. Strong working knowledge of the Tr'ondëkHwëch'in Final Agreement, the Self‐Government Agreement, and the Tr'ondëkHwëch'in Constitution.
Experience in human resources management and labour relations (particularly at a senior management level), including conflict management, mediation and problem solving.
Significant experience and knowledge in conducting or participating in senior level negotiations, particularly in an Indigenous and intergovernmental context.
Strong fiscal management and budget skills. Experience in developing, conducting, and implementing strategic plans, work plans, organizational assessments/evaluations, and policies.
AssetsAbility to maintain discretion, tact, diplomacy, compassion, and good judgment under demanding circumstances and in a dynamic working environment. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts while fostering team and organizational unity.
Ability to make complex decisions, including those that require cultural sensitivity.
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with Council (including Elder and Youth Councils), jêje‐in, Citizens, and the general public.
Conditions of EmploymentCriminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
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