Manager, Indigenous Engagement

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures, and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.

As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity, and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

Position Summary :

The Calgary Stampede is seeking a dynamic, relationship-focused, and strategic leader to join our team as the Manager, Indigenous Engagement. This role is pivotal in driving the Stampede’s Indigenous programming, fostering engagement, promoting inclusion, and advancing reconciliation strategies and activities.

Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Foundation, Cultures and Heritage, the Manager, Indigenous Engagement will play a crucial role in stewarding and strengthening the Stampede’s 112-year relationship with Treaty 7 First Nations, deepening the organization’s connections with diverse communities, and enhancing the Stampede’s brand, culture, and programs.

Please Note : The closing date for this position is September 16, 2024

Key Responsibilities :

• Stewardship of Elbow River Camp : Steward the 112-year relationship with Tipi Holders, oversee the operations of Elbow River Camp.
• Lead Indigenous Engagement : Creates, refines, and shares best practices for consultation and engagement. Provides expert guidance on organization-wide Indigenous engagement efforts, including training, DEI awareness and education, recruitment, opportunity creation, sponsor engagement, and the development of new Indigenous programming opportunities across various departments and volunteer committees.
• Lead Indigenous Programming : Lead and support teams to develop and deliver Stampede-time and year-round Indigenous programming, including the annual Elbow River Camp and other key events such as the Grandstand, Rodeo, Parade, First Nations Princess program, Caravan, Downtown Attractions, and special programming, along with year-round educational and outreach initiatives.
• Cultivate Relationships : Build and nurture positive relationships with Indigenous communities. Foster supportive environments that respect and honour Indigenous traditions and values, and lead organizational education to embed a culture of belonging.
• Team Leadership : Lead a team dedicated to Indigenous programming ensuring alignment with the divisional strategic plan, recruiting, mentoring, and developing exceptional talent.
• Strategic Oversight : In partnership with the Executive Vice President, Foundation, Cultures and Heritage, provide daily oversight of Calgary Stampede operations and Indigenous strategies, including policy review and updates, strategic planning and execution, leadership development, change management, performance management, product development, and budget creation and maintenance.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate is proactive, optimistic, and an independent thinker with strong multitasking abilities and the expertise to build and sustain meaningful relationships. Key qualifications include :

How to Apply :

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