Manager - Vaccine Program

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to lead the Yukon Immunization Program. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing immunization standards, providing expert guidance to healthcare providers, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public health in the Yukon, while enjoying the natural beauty and vibrant community life of Whitehorse. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Community Engagement Activities

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering immunizations and managing staff.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate the Yukon Immunization Program.
• Provide leadership and training to health care professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Adult Education Principles

Knowledge of Immunization Practices

Education

Current Canadian Licensure as a Registered Nurse

Tools

CPR-HCP Certification

TDG Certificate

WHMIS 2015

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1 term full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly ending March 31, 2026. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions. Temporary Assignments may be considered with prior approval from substantive manager.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon .

Our team

The Yukon Immunization Program provides technical, guidance, training and vaccine product support to immunizers across the territory including pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other health care providers in support of the Yukon’s publicly funded immunization program.

Your role

As part of the Community Health Programs team, you will be responsible for the overall development, implementation, and evaluation of the Yukon Immunization Program. In this pivotal role, you will develop standards and guidelines, actively participate in national vaccine working groups and ensure that stakeholders are educated and trained in the most up-to-date immunization standards .

Your most important function will be providing leadership to your team as well as to other health care professionals throughout the territory. Whether it's providing expert advice to nurses on the front line of delivering the vaccination program, or mentoring and coaching health care providers, your in-depth knowledge, strong technical writing skills, and unmatched communication skills will be key success factors .

• For more information on this job, please contact Benton Foster, Director Community Health Programs at 867-334-9769 or [e-mail]
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at 867-332-5768 or [e-mail]
  
  

Your Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

• Government of Yukon’s many benefits
  
  

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Check Out

• Yukon Life
• Working at Yukon government
• Whitehorse Lifestyle
• Yukon, Larger than Life
  
  

Important Application And Job Requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Current Canadian licensure as a Registered Nurse;
• Considerable and recent experience in the delivery of immunizations;
• Experience managing staff and providing leadership to health care professionals
• Experience providing training in adult education and/or mentoring/coaching techniques
• Experience in developing standards of practice, policies, and protocols is an asset
  
  

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Please note we will not accept resumes sent through email. A profile must be created, and resumes must be submitted in English, through E-recruitment . The official language used in the workplace is English.

Skills

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed o n, the following:

• Demonstrated ability to provide effective training using adult education principles, with a focus on knowledge translation in public health and healthcare settings.
• Ability to foster a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice, encouraging knowledge sharing and mentorship across the team.
• Knowledge of immunization practices and vaccine-preventable diseases, particularly in northern or remote communities.
• Strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships through communication and collaboration with colleagues and clients
• Demonstrates a client centred approach that demonstrate aptitude in public health and program/service delivery
• Ability to think strategically in the planning and implementation of vaccination programs, anticipating challenges, and identifying opportunities for improvement in public health delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to uphold ethical standards and practices, ensuring that all activities align with established public health guidelines, professional codes of conduct, and territorial or national standards of practice.
  
  

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

• RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector;
• TB screening;
• Current registration with Yukon Registered Nurses Association;
• CPR-HCP certification;
• Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence or equivalent;
• TDG certificate (completed within 2 months of hire);
• Yukon Immunization certificate (completed within 1 month of hire);
• WHMIS 2015 (within 1 month of hire).
  
  

Job Requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• The position works in an office environment
• The incumbent may be required to travel within the Yukon and occasionally outside of the territory
• This position lives and works in the Yukon; it is not fly in/fly out
  
  

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [e-mail] or phone [phone] .
• See why the Government of Yukon has been identified as one of Canada’s top employers since 2014.
  
  

Eligibility List

12 months