Coordinator, External Relations

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. 

Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. 

We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. 

While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. 

The Role

The Coordinator, External Relations plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the External Relations Department. This position provides administrative and operational support to the Vice President, External Relations and staff while maintaining essential documentation and records keeping, managing initiatives, and coordinating quality reporting and regulatory requirements. The Coordinator facilitates communication with internal and external partners and service providers, assists with event planning, and supports compliance with institutional policies and processes.

Additionally, this role supports the development, maintenance, implementation, and evaluation of external relations strategy by working closely with the Vice President, External Relations to establish and track timelines, deliverables, and ensure all procedural, budget and regulatory requirements within the department are met. The Coordinator also updates and reviews processes, including the implementation of strategic initiatives for internal and external engagement, fundraising, events, communications, marketing, and the Centre of Entrepreneurial Excellence.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.