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 skilled 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