Shape Indigenous engagement and conservation strategy at Wilder Institute in Calgary, with hybrid flexibility of up to two remote days weekly.

This permanent, full time Principal Advisor strengthens relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis rights holders and organizations. You will integrate Indigenous knowledge systems with conservation priorities while advancing Reconciliation and inclusive conservation. The position provides strategic advice, operational guidance, and support across policies, programs, standards, and conservation activities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop trusted partnerships with Indigenous governments, communities, and organizations
- Lead Indigenous Engagement strategy development with internal parties
- Advise on Indigenous-led conservation and reconciliation initiatives




- Align practices with TRC Calls to Action and UNDRIP
- Track engagement and conservation outcomes through reports

Requirements:

- Lived experience as an Indigenous person is required
- Five to ten years of related experience
- Understanding of governance, protocols, and traditional ecological knowledge
- Experience with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples
- Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills

Bring Indigenous relations expertise, conservation knowledge, and intercultural competency to Wilder Institute’s reconciliation work in Calgary.

📌 Indigenous Engagement Principal Advisor (Calgary)
🏢 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
📍 Calgary