Strategy Liaison

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- The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
- As a Strategy Liaison, you will support the success of Council directed and approved strategies and services. This position is the primary liaison and key contact for Council Boards, Committees and Commissions (BCCs) and community/sector leadership groups and maximises the advancement of strategic goals and objectives while maintaining City of Calgary standards and representation. The Strategy Liaison identifies, establishes and maintains partnerships and implements, communicates and documents actions that support the strategies, programs or projects. Primary duties include:

- Act as the primary liaison and key contact for Council BCCs/Community leadership and business groups.
Establish new BCCs, sub-committees and working groups as required. Support internal and external partners in engaging with committees for project, program or policy advice.
Manage committee and group meeting administration, logistics and partnerships.
Maintain program management systems including the development of program and project charters and required project management and reporting systems.
Create and complete project management documents and tracking systems.
Establish and maintain internal and external partnerships and engage partners.
Maintain a high level of awareness of portfolios and initiatives across the business unit and develop opportunities to work collaboratively on issues.
- **Qualifications**
***A degree in social science (e.g. sociology), social work, public administration, or related field.
At least 3 years of experience in strategy development and/or implementation or convening/maintaining partner relations.
A strong knowledge of, or experience working with, removing barriers and supporting equity-deserving groups is an asset.
Experience supporting multi-partner collaborations to meet a goal or respond to an issue is an asset.
Knowledge of and experience working with social service, education, health, or justice sectors, government, lived-experience networks or collaboratives is considered an asset.
Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft programs (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is an asset.
Success in this position requires political acumen, good judgement, strong communication skills, organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work on a team in a changing and political environment.
- **Pre-employment Requirements**Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
- Union: CUPE Local 38
- Business Unit: Community Strategies
- Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months)
- Location: 315 10 Avenue SE
- Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $40.08 - 53.57 per hour
- Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
- work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
- Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
- Audience: Internal/External

- Job ID #: 308191