Principal Indigenous Engagement Advisor

Lead Indigenous engagement and conservation strategy with the Wilder Institute in Calgary, using intercultural competency and relationship-building expertise. This permanent full-time position offers hybrid flexibility.As Principal Advisor, you will shape reconciliation efforts with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis rights holders. You will provide strategic advice, operational guidance, and policy support across conservation activities. The work strengthens inclusive conservation and lasting collaborative relationships.Key Responsibilities:
Develop trusted partnerships with Indigenous governments, communities, and organizationsLead Indigenous Engagement strategy development and implementationAdvise on Indigenous-led conservation and reconciliation initiativesAlign practices with TRC Calls to Action and UNDRIPTrack engagement outcomes and prepare internal and external reportsRequirements:
Lived experience as an Indigenous person is requiredFive to ten years of related experienceUnderstanding of Indigenous governance, protocols, and traditional ecological knowledgeExperience with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoplesStrong facilitation, communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skillsBring Indigenous relations, conservation, and reconciliation expertise to advance inclusive conservation at the Wilder Institute.
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