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 organizations
Lead Indigenous Engagement strategy development and implementation
Advise on Indigenous-led conservation and reconciliation initiatives




Align practices with TRC Calls to Action and UNDRIP
Track engagement outcomes and prepare internal and external reports
Requirements: Lived experience as an Indigenous person is required
Five to ten years of related experience
Understanding of Indigenous governance, protocols, and traditional ecological knowledge
Experience with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples
Robust facilitation, communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
Bring Indigenous relations, conservation, and reconciliation expertise to advance inclusive conservation at the Wilder Institute.

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📌 Principal Indigenous Engagement Advisor (Alberta)
🏢 Calgary Zoo
📍 Alberta