Senior Intergovernmental Strategist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Drive Strategic Impact as Our Senior Intergovernmental Strategist

The City is seeking an exceptional strategic leader to join the Intergovernmental and Regional Affairs team during a pivotal era of growth and regional alignment. Operating within a high-performing strategic portfolio model, the Senior Intergovernmental Strategist serves a core role in translating the City’s Government Relations Strategy into tangible achievements.

In this position, you will lead proactive, corporate-wide advocacy efforts that ensure the City commands a unified, influential voice across federal, provincial, regional, and intermunicipal partnerships. You will be instrumental in advancing Council’s highest-priority outcomes—driving progress across Economic Development, Growth Management, Safety, and Quality Services . If you are a sophisticated strategist eager to shape Edmonton’s government relations landscape  and build high-value partnerships, we invite you to lead the way.

What will you do?

• Serve as the dedicated corporate lead for a specific Council Priority portfolio, aligning city objectives with corresponding provincial and federal ministerial structures to advance strategic goals
• Drive corporate-wide, proactive advocacy campaigns to secure favorable policy alignment and essential provincial and federal funding for major City initiatives
• Deliver politically sharp, outcome-focused advice and high-level briefing materials (reports, memos, briefings) to the Executive Leadership Team, and City Council
• Facilitate and strengthen strategic relationships with senior federal, provincial, and regional leaders—including Ministers, Deputy Ministers, and elected officials—by preparing executive briefing packages and official correspondence
• Represent the City of Edmonton independently or alongside senior leadership at critical intergovernmental and regional forums
• Lead the City’s participation in provincial and federal policy consultations and direct external government relations consultants to maximize diplomatic reach and advocacy impact
• Formulate proactive government relations strategies, tactical plans, and high-impact advocacy materials that translate complex municipal initiatives into clear policy wins
• Monitor and analyze political, legislative, and media landscapes—including provincial and federal budgets—to pinpoint strategic opportunities and mitigate emerging risks to municipal interests
• Track regional and national developments to identify emerging intergovernmental issues, leading corporate response strategies when swift action is required
• Direct intergovernmental research projects grounded in academic literature, industry trends, and municipal best practices to support evidence-based policy positioning

Qualifications

• Completed University degree in Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Arts or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in the municipal, provincial or federal levels of government including previous experience in working with elected officials

Assets:

• Certification in project management, or relevant coursework/certifications in government relations

Skills required for success:

• Political & Municipal Acumen: Deep expertise in municipal operations and intergovernmental structures, backed by keen familiarity with political dynamics across provincial, federal, and regional orders of government
• Strategic Leadership & Agility: Proven ability to take initiative, navigate complex political landscapes, and adapt rapidly to shifting strategic priorities and emerging trends
• Relationship Building & Influence: Advanced interpersonal skills to establish, nurture, and sustain high-value partnerships across diverse government departments, agencies, and regional bodies
• Analytical & Communication Mastery: Exceptional capacity to analyze complex legislative and media environments, identify cross-jurisdictional opportunities, and synthesize technical concepts into clear, high-impact communications
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
• This position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off).
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

Conditions of employment:

• Up to: 1 permanent full-time position
• Hours of work: 33.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Salary:$50.689 - $72.414 (Hourly); $89,301.35 - $127,575.36 (Annually)
• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an 
accommodation, please contact[email protected]. Learn more about our benefitshttps://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Recruitment Consultant: AS/SB

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Classification Title:General Professional 3
Posting Date:Sep 16, 2026
Closing Date:Sep 30, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to):1 - Permanent Full-time
Union:CSU 52
Department:Office of the City Manager
Work Location(s):11th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4