Yukon University President And Vice Chancellor Whitehorse

Lead Yukon University as its next President and Vice-Chancellor, driving northern innovation and community engagement. Your visionary leadership will be crucial in shaping the future of higher education in Canada.

Yukon University seeks a bold leader for a five-year term. This transformative role, reporting to the Board of Governors, emphasizes reconciliation, Indigenous partnerships, and fostering an inclusive learning setting. The President will collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure the university meets its unique challenges and aspirations while promoting community-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the University
• Strengthen relationships with Yukon First Nations and Indigenous communities
• Advocate for creative educational opportunities across the North
• Foster partnerships within Canada and the Northern territories
• Ensure fiscal and operational excellence in university governance

Requirements

• Proven executive leadership experience in post-secondary education
• Deep understanding of Indigenous knowledge systems and partnerships
• Solid organizational and fiscal judgment in complex settings
• Commitment to reconciliation and equity in education
• Passion for community development and transformative learning

Become a catalyst for positive change in Northern Canada through visionary leadership and commitment to Indigenous self-determination.