Corporate Relations Advisor
Location: Calgary
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Nov 30, 2028
Schedule: M-F (40hrs/week)
Position Summary
Our client is seeking a Corporate Relations Advisor to support the development and maintenance of strong, collaborative relationships with Indigenous communities, local stakeholders, government representatives, and internal business partners. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing community engagement initiatives, supporting Indigenous participation programs, and ensuring commitments are delivered in alignment with the organization's values and business objectives.
This position requires a strategic relationship-builder with strong communication skills, experience managing diverse stakeholder groups, and the ability to navigate complex issues in a professional and respectful manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain positive relationships with Indigenous communities, local governments, community organizations, and other key stakeholders.
- Support the implementation of community and Indigenous engagement programs and initiatives.
- Provide advice and support to internal teams on stakeholder engagement strategies and relationship management.
- Identify, assess, and communicate emerging community issues, risks, and opportunities.
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings, presentations, and engagement activities with external stakeholders.
- Support the implementation and tracking of commitments, agreements, and community investment initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, construction, procurement, workforce development, environmental, and commercial groups.
- Assist in the preparation of briefing materials, reports, presentations, and stakeholder communication plans.
- Monitor stakeholder feedback and develop recommendations to support positive relationship outcomes.
- Represent the organization at community events, meetings, and engagement activities as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Indigenous Studies, Business, Political Science, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
- 7+ years of experience in Indigenous Relations, Corporate Relations, Community Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, or a similar field.
- Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities and key stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous engagement principles, consultation processes, and community partnership development.
- Experience working within industrial, energy, infrastructure, natural resources, or major project environments is considered an asset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
- Strong problem-solving, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Key Competencies
- Relationship Building
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategic Communication
- Community and Indigenous Relations
- Collaboration and Influence
- Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Program Coordination
- Negotiation and Facilitation
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Project Coordination and Execution
What Our Client Offers
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Exposure to complex projects and cross-functional teams.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
