Funding Strategist

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

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 Funding Strategist, you will advance the social wellbeing of Calgarians through a wide range of social service planning, funding strategy development, and policy updates. Primary duties include:

• Collaborate with internal business units, funders, government partners, and community organizations to identify service gaps, develop funding strategies, and monitor funding impact.
• Lead, develop, monitor, and update funding frameworks and strategies to guide the implementation of multiple funding streams.
• Lead the end-to-end design and implementation of funding calls by defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Consult with internal and external partners to develop the call for funding proposals materials including eligibility criteria.
• Develop and present funding recommendations and rationale to Committee and Council while providing oversight and direction the project team throughout all phases.
• Develop and update The City's social service funding policies and procedures and contribute to corporate- and sector-wide social policy and planning initiatives.
• Prepare and present written reports, briefing notes, memos and presentations, including funding recommendations to Committee and Council.
• Build strategic partnerships and collaborate with social service organizations, funders, and different levels of government to deliver social service programming and respond to emerging issues as they relate to social services.

Qualifications

• A degree in social work, public administration, policy development, or a related field with at least 7 years of experience in the social services field, with an emphasis on systems planning, project management, funding policy and process development, program implementation, and social impact assessment; OR
• A master's degree in social work, public administration, policy development, or a related field with at least 5 years of experience as outlined above.
• Previous experience and knowledge of the social service sector, funding or grant making practices is required.
• An understanding of issues experienced by equity-seeking populations and communities is an asset.
• The ability to navigate a complex, politically dynamic and ambiguous environment with multiple partners and competing interests.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strategic/analytical thinking, and demonstrated political acumen.

Note: Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to complete a writing exercise.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Union: CUPE Local 38

Business Unit: Community Strategies

Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months)

Location: Avenue SE

Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $ per hour

(Under Review)

Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day

work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: November 21, 2025

Job ID #: 312877