Strategic Engagement Coordinator

Job Information

Job Title: Strategic Engagement Coordinator

Job Requisition ID: 72587

Ministry: Elections Alberta

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Temporary – Up to 12 months with a possibility of extension

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: June 25, 2025, 11:59 pm MT

Classification: Program Services 4E Market Adjustment

Salary: $2,925.33 to $3,823.67 bi-weekly

About Us

Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislature. Elections Alberta is responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referenda. Our mission is to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to the administration of modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system.

Role Responsibilities

Note: This a temporary salaried position of up to 12 months with a possibility of extension for the purpose of leave coverage. 

As the Strategic Engagement Coordinator, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of Elections Alberta’s outreach strategy and play a crucial role in cultivating meaningful connections and partnerships for our organization. Your cultural competence, knowledge of engagement strategies, and strategic vision will be instrumental in creating and executing strategic initiatives that build and maintain relationships with key external groups, including Canadian Forces, disabled persons, ethnocultural communities, homeless/sheltered, incarcerated, Indigenous, new Canadians, seniors, teachers, youth, and more.

You will identify solutions to enhance the voting experience, eliminate voting barriers, and promote general awareness of democracy, elections, and civic participation. You will obtain feedback, compile data, and analyze findings, and collaborate with the Elections Alberta leadership team to develop the work plan, define performance measures, and identify recommendations for consideration on further outreach initiatives and service enhancements. As a Team Lead, you will direct the work of the team to expand Elections Alberta’s reach and impact.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in humanities, social sciences, or in a related field, plus a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience; or other equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Proven leadership skills in building a productive and positive team environment.
• Knowledge of outreach and engagement strategies for diverse groups and organizations.
• Knowledge of project and event management principles and practices with the ability to undertake multiple projects concurrently while maintaining flexibility, political acuity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate intercultural competency, tact, and discretion.
• Ability to identify engagement approaches and techniques based upon key groups or organization’s needs.
• Excellent organization and time management skills, and readily assess and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining resilience and working effectively in changing environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills to build networks and trusting relationships with colleagues and external groups.
• Fluency in English is required, with the ability to communicate in additional languages is considered an asset.
• Preference may be given to applicants with work experience in election administration.

A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and your reasons for interest in the position. 

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan: 1st Choice Benefits Package and Health Spending Account
• Pension: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Successful candidates may be eligible for our Hybrid Work Program
• Successful candidates may be eligible for our Hours of Work Averaging Arrangement

Notes

This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (alberta.ca) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.