Strategic Coordinator, Communications & Business Intelligence

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Day Off (EDO) program

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

City Of Edmonton is seeking a Strategic Coordinator to support strategy development, issues management, and enterprise-wide initiatives. Reporting to the Branch Manager, Communications and Business Intelligence, you will drive strategic planning, budget oversight, and governance communications across the organisation.

The role requires strong political acuity, collaboration across branches, and the ability to manage confidential information and executive briefings.

Qualifications

• Education in Commerce, Public Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in strategic planning and management.
• Proven ability to analyze sensitive issues and advise senior leadership.
• Experience with budget forecasting and governance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Drive long-term strategic planning and branch business plans.
• Lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept to evaluation.
• Review and edit Council, Committee, and ELT reports and briefings.
• Build relationships to foster program alignment across the corporation.
• Oversee annual and long-range budget forecasting and performance metrics.

Skills

Strategic Acuity

Planning & Execution

Executive Communication

Adaptability

Stakeholder Alignment

Education

Commerce/Public Admin/Social Sciences

Job description

Job Number: 56323Join Our Team as a Strategic Coordinator!Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, Communications and Business Intelligence, the Strategic Coordinator plays a vital role in strategy development, issues management, and the execution of complex, enterprise-wide initiatives. As a central force within the Branch Manager’s Office, you will drive critical branch operations—including strategic planning, budget oversight, project management, and performance evaluation—while serving as the primary lead for branch leadership communications.In this high-visibility role, you will navigate sensitive issues, review key briefings and Council reports, and collaborate across organizational boundaries to deliver effective, long-term solutions. We are seeking a proactive professional with strong political acuity and critical thinking skills who can seamlessly balance competing priorities and maintain high standards across the organization.What will you do?Drive long-term strategic planning, develop branch business plans, and lead complex, cross-functional projects from conceptualization through execution and evaluationIdentify emerging risks and strategic issues, perform environmental scans, and provide timely advice and recommendations to the Branch Manager and Senior LeadershipReview, edit, and oversee the preparation of Council, Committee, and ELT reports, briefings, and presentations to ensure completeness, quality, and political acuityBuild and maintain strong working relationships across the corporation and other interested parties to foster alignment and program integrationPlay an integral role in annual and long-range budget forecasting, establishing performance metrics, and ensuring branch alignment with corporate goalsConduct research and analysis to make actionable recommendations that improve operational efficiency, optimize branch processes, and establish guidelinesServe as a trusted advisor to the Branch Manager and Leadership Team, handling confidential, ad-hoc information requests, sensitive assignments, and strategic consultationsAct as the principal Branch representative on city-wide committees, municipal partnerships, and high-level corporate initiativesModel corporate values and cultural commitments, supporting an inclusive, accountable, and high-performing workplace environmentSupport employee development and engagement initiatives, ensuring teams are equipped, empowered, and collaboratively solving problems across branch linesLead a team of positions focused on supporting the branch prioritiesQualifications:Education in Commerce, Public Administration or Social Sciences (Political Science, Sociology) or a related disciplineMinimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning and managementSkills required for success:Strategic & Political Acuity: High political acumen with a proven ability to analyze sensitive issues, exercise sound judgment, and provide strategic advice to senior leadership in complex or ambiguous environmentsPlanning & Project Execution: Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end strategic planning, project management, change management, and business process improvement to drive innovation and organizational efficiencyExecutive Communication & Governance: Advanced written, verbal, and presentation skills tailored for high-level consultations, municipal governance, report writing, and engaging key decision-makersAdaptability & High Performance: Strong capacity to manage competing priorities, adapt quickly in fast-paced, high-volume settings, and work proactively across diverse domains, including finance, HR, and digital platformsAlignment with our Cultural Commitments and Leadership CompetenciesCommitment to embracing a culture of Equity, Diversity, Reconciliation and InclusionApplicants may be testedWork environment:This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksiteThis position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)Conditions of employment:Up to: 1 temporary full-time position up to 11 monthsHours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - FridaySalary: $92,945.89 - $116,185.25 (Annually)Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent)The role may necessitate the use of personal transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy. This may require business auto insuranceThe 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 [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton.Recruitment Consultant: AS/SBEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.#LI-AS1Classification Title: PT2 - Strategic CoordinatorPosting Date: Oct 26, 2026Closing Date: Nov 9, 2026 11:59:00 PM (ABT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-timeUnion : ManagementDepartment: Communications & Business IntelligenceWork Location(s):Century Place, 9th Floor, 9803 - 102A Avenue Edmonton T5J 3A3