The Partnerships Coordinator plays a key role in supporting collaboration among non profit organizations, First Nation communities, recreational leaseholders, commercial and tourism partners, and other multi stakeholder groups within the Kananaskis Region.
Enhances stewardship, sustainable use, and visitor experience across Alberta Parks by fostering meaningful relationships, reducing barriers to collaboration, and enabling partners to contribute to shared outcomes.
Leads the development of partnership frameworks, supports staff engagement with partner organizations, coordinates the review and authorization of partnership initiatives, and promotes inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation focused engagement with Indigenous communities.
Requirements
University degree in a related field (Public Administration, Parks, Outdoor Recreation, Education, Business Administration, Public Policy, Communications, Local Government Administration, Environmental Studies, Political Science)
4 years progressively responsible related experience in areas such as issues management, executive and council support, stakeholder relations, communications, legislative analysis, governance coordination, program administration, or project management
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences
Knowledge of Alberta Parks legislation, policies, and planning frameworks, including the Alberta Parks Act, Societies Act, Plan for Parks, and the Inclusion Strategy
Understanding of public participation, communications strategies, and community based social marketing
Competency in computer applications, including word processing, graphics, presentations, and database management
Ability to build strong working relationships with staff, partners, and external stakeholders
Ability to work independently and in a team environment, meet timelines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously