Government Relations Admin Assistant - Seasonal

About the Calgary Stampede!

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 Government Relations Assistant (internally known as Assistant) provides administrative support to the Manager of Government Relations. Responsibilities will include responding to phone calls, emails and other correspondence; being a point of contact for government relations with stakeholders; working with other departments to coordinate and deliver initiatives within the role; developing and distributing communication to key stakeholders; facilitating reports and overseeing data information for accreditation related to specific stakeholders.

This is a Seasonal Position concluding the end of July.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with or develop communications materials, data management files, correspondence, write reports, etc.
• Assist with logistics and event duties related to Stampede 2026, including accreditation and participation by government and elected officials.
• Work withStampede department members, volunteers, event participants, industry representatives to ensure successful events.
• Maintain confidentiality in assisting manager on sensitive initiatives.
• Compile, track and process invoices or other reporting required.
• Special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:

• Proven work experience as an administrative assistant or project coordinator.
• Related post-secondary degree or diploma.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with exact deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented with an ability to problem solve.
• Thorough understanding of Microsoft Office Suite is required, along with data management
• Strong oral and written communication skills via phone, email and in-person.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders and audiences from diverse backgrounds.
• Planning and organizational skills to balance multiple assignments and manage time effectively
• General understanding of Canadian political system

Benefits

The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume. All applicants are thanked in advance and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.