Guide inclusive conservation at Wilder Institute by connecting Indigenous knowledge systems, reconciliation, and strategic advisory expertise in Calgary.

As Principal Advisor, Indigenous Engagement & Conservation, you will shape and coordinate the organization’s Indigenous Engagement strategy. You will advise the Conservation & Science team on Indigenous engagement, Indigenous-led conservation, governance structures, and reconciliation initiatives. This permanent, full time position supports respectful relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations while identifying improvements across conservation policies, programs, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design engagement frameworks respecting rights, treaties, protocols, and worldviews
- Recommend pathways supporting Indigenous Engagement strategy implementation




- Improve intercultural competency among employees
- Research reconciliation practices, standards, policies, and sector trends
- Provide guidance on governance and advisory structures

Requirements:

- Lived experience as an Indigenous person is required
- Five to ten years in Indigenous relations, conservation, or policy
- Experience designing engagement processes and community gatherings
- Knowledge of TRC Final Report and Calls to Action
- Microsoft Suite expertise and organized, detail-oriented work

Apply strategic Indigenous engagement, policy, research, and conservation expertise to advance Wilder Institute’s Reconciliation commitments.

📌 Indigenous Conservation Strategy Advisor (Calgary)
🏢 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
📍 Calgary