Top Benefits
About the role
Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.
Our department makes a difference…
As a central agency, the French Language Services Directorate (FLSD) supports, collaborates with and empowers the Government of Yukon departments and other public bodies to serve and inform the public in French. We foster strong partnerships with departments and stakeholders to improve access to government services in French. We aim at building bilingual capacities across government by providing client-focused services such as translation, training, advice, and operational support.
The opportunity…
As Senior Language Policy Advisor reporting to the Manager, Language Policy and Planning, you will supervise a team of language policy advisors within FLSD. This position is responsible for leading the development of strategic French-language service policy and planning initiatives to support the implementation and enhancement of French-language services government-wide. The Senior Language Policy Advisor provides leadership and expertise that contribute to the negotiation of agreements within and outside the territory. The work is fast paced, varied and requires the ability to manage and prioritize several projects with multiple clients and stakeholders at once.
Why choose us?
Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.
Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.
We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.
Learn more about what we offer.
Discover why the Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014.
Uniquely Yukon - Discover what makes the Yukon unlike any other place in the world.
Follow us on LinkedIn.
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 Yukon.ca.
Essential Qualifications:
- Experience representing the interests of an organization in formal or strategic contexts – such as interdepartmental meetings, meetings with stakeholders or decision-makers.
- Experience supervising, leading, coaching or mentoring a team.
- Experience conducting research and data analysis to develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Experience planning, leading, coordinating and facilitating complex, multi-staged projects.
- French language skills are considered an asset.
- Post-secondary degree in social sciences, natural sciences, public administration, law, linguistics, public policy or related field; graduate-level experience is considered an asset.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or significant experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:
-
Excellent interpersonal skills, with emphasis on cultural sensitivity and aptitude to apply knowledge and interpersonal skills that allow active listening, understanding, empathy and appreciation, while working collaboratively and closely with individuals from other cultures;
-
Ability to assess challenges comprehensively and critically, while paying strong attention to details and accuracy;
-
Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to share information effectively;
-
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage projects independently;
-
Willingness to learn from and provide mentorship to colleagues and collaborate as part of a diverse team to achieve a common goal;
-
Have a strong understanding of the Yukon Languages Act
Job Requirements:
Willingness to travel within and outside the Yukon once a year
Contact details:
If you have any questions about this position or application process, please contact: Loretta Jensen, Manager, French Language Services Directorate, at loretta.jensen@yukon.ca**.**
If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Marg Webb, HR Consultant, Human Resources Business Partners, at margaret.webb@yukon.ca
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
15 September 2025
Close Date
26 September 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
Top Benefits
About the role
Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners.
Our department makes a difference…
As a central agency, the French Language Services Directorate (FLSD) supports, collaborates with and empowers the Government of Yukon departments and other public bodies to serve and inform the public in French. We foster strong partnerships with departments and stakeholders to improve access to government services in French. We aim at building bilingual capacities across government by providing client-focused services such as translation, training, advice, and operational support.
The opportunity…
As Senior Language Policy Advisor reporting to the Manager, Language Policy and Planning, you will supervise a team of language policy advisors within FLSD. This position is responsible for leading the development of strategic French-language service policy and planning initiatives to support the implementation and enhancement of French-language services government-wide. The Senior Language Policy Advisor provides leadership and expertise that contribute to the negotiation of agreements within and outside the territory. The work is fast paced, varied and requires the ability to manage and prioritize several projects with multiple clients and stakeholders at once.
Why choose us?
Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in-house training. Funding may also be available to support further education.
Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs.
We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.
Learn more about what we offer.
Discover why the Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014.
Uniquely Yukon - Discover what makes the Yukon unlike any other place in the world.
Follow us on LinkedIn.
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 Yukon.ca.
Essential Qualifications:
- Experience representing the interests of an organization in formal or strategic contexts – such as interdepartmental meetings, meetings with stakeholders or decision-makers.
- Experience supervising, leading, coaching or mentoring a team.
- Experience conducting research and data analysis to develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Experience planning, leading, coordinating and facilitating complex, multi-staged projects.
- French language skills are considered an asset.
- Post-secondary degree in social sciences, natural sciences, public administration, law, linguistics, public policy or related field; graduate-level experience is considered an asset.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or significant experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:
-
Excellent interpersonal skills, with emphasis on cultural sensitivity and aptitude to apply knowledge and interpersonal skills that allow active listening, understanding, empathy and appreciation, while working collaboratively and closely with individuals from other cultures;
-
Ability to assess challenges comprehensively and critically, while paying strong attention to details and accuracy;
-
Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to share information effectively;
-
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage projects independently;
-
Willingness to learn from and provide mentorship to colleagues and collaborate as part of a diverse team to achieve a common goal;
-
Have a strong understanding of the Yukon Languages Act
Job Requirements:
Willingness to travel within and outside the Yukon once a year
Contact details:
If you have any questions about this position or application process, please contact: Loretta Jensen, Manager, French Language Services Directorate, at loretta.jensen@yukon.ca**.**
If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Marg Webb, HR Consultant, Human Resources Business Partners, at margaret.webb@yukon.ca
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
15 September 2025
Close Date
26 September 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.