Pre/Post Natal Cultural Coordinator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY  

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO TH CITIZENS 

Competition #: 2026-11-001 

Pre/Post Natal Cultural Coordinator - Term 

Department: Ni'ehłyat, Nidähjì’    

Location: Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin Offices – Dawson, YT 

Posting Date: November 5, 2026 

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75 

Start Date: December 14, 2026 

End Date: January 14, 2028 

Salary: Level 8 Step 1 ($3,770.25 biweekly) 

Closing Date 4:00pm (YST): November 18, 2026 

Reporting to the Cultural Connections Manager, the incumbent develops and delivers culturally focused pre/post natal (age 0-5) programs and services to Citizens. The incumbent liaises, coordinates and supports programming and networking with other NN Department jëje-in to ensure that TH families, children and infants can access holistic Indigenous and traditional teachings and ceremonies. The incumbent liaises with other government and non-governmental agencies, and serves as a TH Government representative in various capacities, including, but not limited to, consultations, advisory committees and working groups regarding pre/post-natal services and programs. The incumbent works directly with families in providing holistic and culturally based programs and supports, including family planning, educational workshops and referrals.    

An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term, or auxiliary on-call vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.  

If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter & resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume. 

Essential Qualifications:  

• A post-secondary degree in a health or social field, with a minimum of two years of experience supporting new parents, infants, families and children; an equivalent combination of education, certificates, knowledge, skills and experience may be considered. 

• Strong working knowledge of TH social structure, traditions and cultural values, and the health, social and family issues affecting First Nation people.  

• Strong knowledge of holistic case management and trauma informed practices. 

• Previous experience working in a First Nation government or working directly with First Nations to deliver health/social programs and services. 

• Experience with financial management, including budgets, resource management and funding proposal development. 

• Knowledge and experience in gaining information and teachings from Elders, Citizens and families, and incorporating this information into programs and supports. 

• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, manage, evaluate and report on policy, holistic programs and service delivery.  

• Experience in conflict resolution, mediation, negotiations, and problem solving. 

Conditions of Employment: 

• Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. 

• Class 5 driver’s license with a clear driver’s abstract. 

• Standard First Aid certification. 

• Mental Wellness First Aid, Vicarious Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care certification. 

• TH101 Cultural Awareness training. 
  
  

To Apply:  https://www.trondek.ca/ 

For more information, contact Human Resources:  Phone:  (867) 993-7100   Send inquiries to:  hrjobs@trondek.ca 

Physical Location:  1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon