Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations

Are you a highly organized and collaborative professional who enjoys bringing projects to life, building relationships, and contributing to meaningful community impact?

Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is excited to invite applications for the position of Coordinator, Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations.

This is an exciting opportunity to support government relations activities, coordinate strategic projects, and contribute to initiatives that expand NBS’s community impact, strengthen partnerships, and support new revenue opportunities.

About Us:

Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives.

NBS has 300+ employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training and community engagement to groundbreaking health initiatives.

NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion, innovation, and continuous growth.

The Role:

Reporting to the Director, Business Operations and Government Relations, the Coordinator plays an important role in supporting government relations activities and coordinating a diverse range of special projects and initiatives across NBS. Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will support grant development and reporting, research funding and partnership opportunities, coordinate special projects and community activations, and contribute to the development and stewardship of relationships with partners and stakeholders.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

You will work closely with colleagues across NBS and with external partners, contributing to projects that demonstrate NBS’s relevance, expand its broader community impact, and build capacity for new revenue generation. Work Arrangement:
This is a hybrid role with an option to work from home two days per week (Monday and Friday).

Occasional evening, early morning, and weekend work may be required for performances, special events, committee meetings, and community activations. Why You'll Love This Role:
You contribute to projects that expand NBS’s impact within the community and beyond the School You gain exposure to government relations, grant development, partnerships, special projects, and revenue development initiatives You work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners across a diverse range of initiatives Every day brings new opportunities to research, coordinate, problem-solve, and build relationships You become part of a creative, collaborative, and mission-driven organization committed to the transformative power of dance What You'll Do:
Support Government Relations:
Assist with government relations activities and contribute to maintaining strong relationships with government stakeholders and partners Support Grant Development:
Assist with the development of grant proposals and ongoing reporting requirements, ensuring materials are accurate, compelling, and submitted within required timelines Research Funding Opportunities:
Conduct research to identify new funding opportunities aligned with NBS’s strategic priorities and support the development of related opportunities Coordinate Special Projects:
Working closely with project team members, coordinate the development and successful execution of a variety of strategic special projects Track Project Finances:
Track and process special project expenses and revenues while maintaining accurate documentation and records Provide Project Administration:
Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, document preparation, communications, scheduling, and other administrative…