Industry Relations Strategist

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The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As an Industry Relations Strategist, you will play a strategic and cross-functional role within the Infrastructure Services department, leading external collaboration and relationship management with industry associations and infrastructure asset owners. You will assist in the implementation of the Industry Relations Strategy, develop and implement relationship management plans, support advocacy efforts, and coordinate responses to emerging issues and trends that affect infrastructure delivery.

Primary duties include:

Develop, maintain and support strategic relationships with assigned external partners, including industry associations and infrastructure owners.

Build and execute tailored relationship management strategies with assigned external partners and support the internal relationship sponsors and owners.

Lead strategic communications and engagement efforts to strengthen relationships between The City and industry partners, ensuring transparency, alignment, and shared success in infrastructure delivery.

Identify and address cross-corporate issues and risks, conduct research on emerging trends and technologies, and support strategic planning efforts.

Keep an issues and decisions log, contribute to annual reports, and prepare briefing notes and updates for senior leadership.

Qualifications

A degree in Public Administration, Business, Communications, Economics, Planning, Political Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public relations, policy development, or strategic communications.

Experience in relationship management and event management are essential.

The successful candidate will possess business and political acumen, sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous assignments with autonomy.