YFNED head office is based in Whitehorse, Yukon, on the Traditional Territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. With staff in many First Nation Communities, we humbly honour our ability to live, work and learn on the territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation, Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, Ross River Dene Council, White River First Nation, Champagne and Aishihik First Nations, Liard First Nation, Kluane First Nation, Carcross Tagish First Nation, Selkirk First Nation, First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun, Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation, Teslin Tlingit Council, and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in.
Opportunities
Expression Of Interest - Photographers
Yukon First Nation Education Directorate Closing date: April 30, 2024
The Yukon First Nation Education Directorate (YFNED) is interested in hearing from photographers who are available for summer contract work with us in Whitehorse and the surrounding area.
We are seeking individuals who are available for a contracted opportunity. You will have higher learning in photography (e.g. post-secondary certificate level or equivalent) and you must have your own equipment.
We anticipate the need for a photographer for up to 12 pre-scheduled events throughout the summer; the majority occur during the weekday, however there is potential for occasional weekend work. Evening work is unlikely.
Each event is expected to have 1 to 2 hours of photography, with equal time committed for processing. No less than 20 images would be expected from each event, and turn around time is 24 hours.
All images will belong to, and be the property of YFNED.
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your submission inclusive of: letter of interest including availability, expected hourly rate of pay, a portfolio, and references.
Speech and Language Pathologist
Yukon First Nation Education Directorate Closing date: Until Filled
The Yukon First Nation Education Directorate is seeking a dynamic and authentic Speech & Language Pathologist (SLP). Based in Whitehorse, our allied team is comprised of a number of peers including fellow SLP’s, occupational therapists, psychomotor therapists, educational psychologists, behavior consultants, other experts and wellness workers. The team spends a great deal of time in rural Yukon communities supporting Indigenous children and students. We are passionate about providing a wrap-around service model that supports the health, wellness, education, therapeutic support and connection opportunities for Indigenous students. If you are a qualified and enthusiastic SLP who enjoys working with Indigenous children and youth (1-19 years of age), our partners, a diverse team, and are able to travel frequently to Yukon communities, we would love to hear from you to discuss this opportunity further.
YFNED has a hiring preference policy. Please self-identify if you are Indigenous (First Nation, Metis or Inuit)