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 NWPs 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 Albertas 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 NWPs 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 staff and stakeholders while maintaining essential documentation and records keeping managing initiatives and coordinating quality reporting and regulatory requirements. The Coordinator facilitates communication with internal and external stakeholders 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 and regulatory requirements within the department are met. The Coordinator also updates and reviewsprocesses including the implementation of strategic initiatives for stakeholder 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.

The successful candidate will have one year of post-secondary education in a related field with one year of experience preferably including:

• proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook;
• strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• CRM tracking and knowledge
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and
• a high level of integrity professionalism and accountability.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

A combination of education and experience will be considered.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the Northwestern Polytechnic website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries please contact HR at

Thank you for applying to Northwestern Polytechnic!