Vice-President Finance and Administration & CFO

Vice-President Finance and Administration & CFO
Administrative Services
Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus

YUKON UNIVERSITY
Our 13 campuses are located on the traditional territories of the 14 Yukon First Nations (YFN). We respect and honour Yukon First Nations knowledge, worldviews and educational priorities in every aspect of YukonU. Yukon University is Canada’s newest university, and Canada’s only university north of the 60th parallel. As an institution that offers a broad range of programs and is as committed to the value of skilled trades training as it is to the value of a diploma or a degree, Yukon University meets the education needs of the North. With tailored learning opportunities and programs, the University’s thirteen campuses play a critical role in delivering education throughout the Yukon.

STRATEGIC PLAN
In late 2020, Yukon University embarked on the development of its first five-year strategic plan as a
university. In August 2021, the Board appointed a new president to finalize and implement this Strategic Plan. The 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, Becoming is soon to be launched and outlines the fundamental aspirations and priority actions for Yukon University as they step through their first years as a university.

POSITION PROFILE
Reporting to and acting as a key advisor to the President, the Vice-President, Finance and Administration & CFO is a member of the President Executive Committee and is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and direction to the organization.

Additionally, the VPFA & CFO is responsible for ensuring excellence in financial and strategic capital planning and master planning oversight, and stewardship for all aspects of the University’s financial operational services and facilities. The Vice-President, Finance and Administration & CFO will also support the Vice- President, Academic and Provost to achieve the academic mission of Yukon University. The role supports the execution and implementation of Yukon University’s strategic plan, including the financial leadership to ensure that the business and operations of the university are aligned with the university’s vision and mission and will ensure the long-term sustainability of the University.

The Vice-President Finance and Administration & CFO , in conjunction with the University Secretary
& General Counsel, will also serve as a key resource to the University’s Board of Governors, to provide information, support and advice as required. Alongside these duties, the VPFA & CFO will also serve to connect with key government and regulatory officials, other post-secondary institutions and community partners, including Yukon First Nations.

Please read attached Brief for a full description of the university vision and the scope of this job description.

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please reach out to:
Trika Macdonald | Human Resources
tmacdonald@yukonu.ca
867.456.8543
Please apply no later than close of business day, November 1, 2024.
This opportunity is open to residents of the Yukon Territory. Preference may be given to qualified applicants who are Yukon First Nations citizens.