Build lasting Indigenous relationships for conservation from Wilder Institute’s Calgary headquarters, with one to two remote days weekly.

This Principal Advisor leads relationship-building, engagement, and reconciliation support across Wilder Institute. Working with internal teams and external networks, you will identify stakeholders, strengthen partnerships, and support Indigenous representation and inclusion. The role also monitors outcomes, prepares reports, and advises conservation activities in accordance with community values, cultural protocols, and rights-holder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
Maintain team-oriented relationships with Indigenous rights holders and stakeholders
Identify partners supporting the organization’s Reconciliation journey
Support events, workshops, symposia,



and cultural gatherings
Advise teams on inclusion and underserved groups
Meet regularly with the Chief Conservation Officer

Requirements:
Lived experience as an Indigenous person is required
Five to ten years of relevant qualified experience
Significant experience building stakeholder partnerships and networks
Understanding of Indigenous conservation challenges and governance
Ability to work sensitively across cultures with integrity

Use relationship-building, facilitation, and Indigenous conservation knowledge to strengthen Wilder Institute’s partnerships and reconciliation outcomes.

📌 Indigenous Relations Conservation Lead Calgary
🏢 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
📍 Calgary