Community Impact Specialist – Corporate Relations

Alberta Blue Cross® is an Alberta based organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience and community leadership. We’re committed to providing the best health coverage to over 1.8 million members and take an active role in promoting wellness. We believe in what we do—and place trust in our employees to deliver our vision.

Working at Alberta Blue Cross® means having a career where you’ll be recognized for your contributions. We value diversity, encourage our employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance and provide opportunities for career growth.

OVERVIEW:

As a key member of our Corporate Relations division, the Community Impact Specialist will play a pivotal role in amplifying Alberta Blue Cross' presence and impact within the Calgary community and across southern Alberta. Although this role is based in Calgary, you'll work closely with our team in Edmonton to ensure alignment with our strategic objectives. Your responsibilities will include managing corporate and community sponsorships, engaging in outreach initiatives, and acting as a brand ambassador for Alberta Blue Cross. Additionally, you will contribute to exciting programs such as our Street Team and Community Grant Programs, reinforcing our commitment to community engagement across the province.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist in managing and executing corporate and community sponsorships and engagements.
• Build and nurture relationships within the community.
• Represent Alberta Blue Cross at sponsored events across Calgary and surrounding areas.
• Support sponsorship activation efforts to maximize impact and visibility.
• Lead, guide, and assess our grant programs.
• Collaborate with the Community Impact team on requests and opportunities.
• Assist with Street Team and mascot activations in Calgary.
• Support corporate events at our Calgary office.
• Coordinate promotional items for sponsorships.
• Handle special projects and duties as assigned.
• Attend both internal and external meetings as required.
• Track and maintain sponsorship records.
• Some evening and weekend work and occasional travel across the province will be required.

WHAT YOU WILL HAVE:

• At least two years of relevant experience in corporate sponsorship, or fund development.
• Relevant post-secondary diploma or degree.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience coordinating sponsorships and deliverables.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and make timely decisions.
• Able to thrive in a collaborative, hybrid team setting.
• Self-motivated with previous experience managing multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
• Ability to manage priorities in working with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with little supervision in a team environment.
• A passion for community connection and fostering authentic relationships.
• A high standard of accuracy and attention to detail is required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is essential.
• Access to a vehicle and a valid drivers license.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes up to 30 pounds.

This position will remain open until  a suitable candidate is found. 

Alberta Blue Cross® is an inclusive employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work in an innovative, high-energy team-focused environment. If you have the qualifications we are looking for, please apply.