Industry Engagement Officer

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT); Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Mental health support

Health Spending or Taxable Spending

LinkedIn Learning access

Pension through LAPP

Fitness facilities on campus

Job summary

SAIT’s Advancement department is seeking a Senior Development Officer to build and strengthen strategic industry partnerships that align with SAIT’s priorities. You will connect industry opportunities with academic schools, research centres, and departments to create high-value outcomes and drive institutional impact.

You will engage directly with industry leaders, steward relationships, and use CRM tools to inform strategy, ensuring timely outreach and responsive service.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in business, communications, public relations, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, or related field is preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in industry engagement, business development, partnerships, or related roles.
• 1-2 years experience working in a post-secondary environment would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and grow strategic partnerships with industry associations, corporations, and key stakeholders aligned with SAIT’s priorities.
• Work with campus partners to identify, develop, and advance opportunities related to applied research, workforce development, talent pipelines, student engagement, and other strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted relationship manager, leading partner outreach, engagement activities, and ongoing stewardship ensuring a high level of service and responsiveness.
• Collaborate across academic schools, research centres, and departments to develop integrated solutions and mutually beneficial partnership opportunities.
• Work closely with other Advancement colleagues to align industry engagement with philanthropic and strategic objectives.
• Develop partnership strategies, briefing materials, and engagement plans to support business development efforts.
• Represent SAIT within industry and post-secondary networks, fostering relationships and identifying emerging partnership opportunities.
• Leverage prospect research, data, and CRM tools to inform engagement strategies, track activities, and identify growth opportunities.
• Analyze and share industry insights, trends, and intelligence to support coordinated engagement across SAIT.
• From time to time, participate in special projects and/or institutional initiatives at the direction of the Director, Industry Engagement.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

CRM systems

Project management

Data-driven insights

Communication skills

Independent work

Ambiguity navigation

Partnership development

Education

Diploma in business

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

SAIT’s Advancement department builds lifelong relationships with alumni, celebrates their achievements and links donors to innovative people and projects. Join a first-class team dedicated to nurturing the SAIT Alumni Family and driving meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

Job classification: P2023 - Senior Development Officer

Salary range: $85,000-$105.000. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity.

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year

Position End Date: October 30, 2027

Deadline to apply: 9:00AM, October 13, 2026

SAIT's Advancement team is seeking an Industry Engagement Officer to build and strengthen strategic partnerships that advance SAIT’s priorities and create meaningful industry connections. As the key relationship manager for a diverse portfolio of industry associations, corporations, and partners, you will identify, cultivate, and steward partnerships that drive impact across the institution.

Working through a OneSAIT approach, you will connect industry opportunities with academic schools, research centres, and departments to create collaborative, high-value outcomes. As a trusted representative of SAIT, you will engage directly with industry leaders, bring together cross-functional teams, and use data, insights, and CRM tools to inform strategy, enhance engagement, and maximize partnership success.

How You'll Contribute

• Build, manage, and grow strategic partnerships with industry associations, corporations, and key stakeholders aligned with SAIT’s priorities.
• Work with campus partners to identify, develop, and advance opportunities related to applied research, workforce development, talent pipelines, student engagement, and other strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted relationship manager, leading partner outreach, engagement activities, and ongoing stewardship ensuring a high level of service and responsiveness
• Collaborate across academic schools, research centres, and departments to develop integrated solutions and mutually beneficial partnership opportunities
• Work closely with other Advancement colleagues to align industry engagement with philanthropic and strategic objectives.
• Develop partnership strategies, briefing materials, and engagement plans to support business development efforts.
• Represent SAIT within industry and post-secondary networks, fostering relationships and identifying emerging partnership opportunities.
• Leverage prospect research, data, and CRM tools to inform engagement strategies, track activities, and identify growth opportunities.
• Analyze and share industry insights, trends, and intelligence to support coordinated engagement across SAIT.
• From time to time, participate in special projects and/or institutional initiatives at the direction of the Director, Industry Engagement.

What You Bring

• Minimum Diploma in business, communications, public relations, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, or related field is preferred.
• Must have 3-5 years experience in industry engagement, business development, partnerships, or related roles.
• 1-2 years experience working in a post-secondary environment would be considered an asset.

Skills

• Proven ability to build and sustain strategic relationships with industry and key stakeholders.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and build consensus.
• Skilled at fostering cross-functional collaboration and leading partnerships across complex organizations.
• Ability to identify, develop, and advance strategic opportunities that align stakeholder and institutional goals.
• Highly organized, with strong project, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging CRM systems, market intelligence, and relationship insights.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities.
• Committed to partnership, transparency, and delivering high-impact outcomes.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way.

Together, we build bold futures

At SAIT, We Equip You With The Resources You Need To Shape Bold Futures For Yourself And Our Communities.

We Offer a Comprehensive Package Including

• Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing
• SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported
• Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate
• Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account
• Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses
• Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence
• Excellent dining options on campus
• Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

And the perks keep on coming!

About SAIT

At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here.

We’re committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT .

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