Program Coordinator, Creative Economy
About the role
Job Description
Calgary Economic Development (CED) is an opportunity-maker, helping to spark and fuel Calgary’s growth. Our mandate is to position Calgary for long-term economic success through the expansion, retention, and attraction of companies, capital, and talent. We offer a wealth of information to help everyone succeed and tirelessly promote Calgary, in Canada and around the world. We are passionate about our role in shaping and sharing Calgary’s story, a place of blue sky thinking and unexpected opportunities.
Job Summary
As part of Calgary Economic Development’s Creative Industries team, this position will support, track, and coordinate programs and project flow associated with the development, delivery, and implementation of a Creative Economy Strategy.
This is a full-time term position ending December 31, 2026.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in planning and execution of programs and support program growth and development.
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With support of Manager, Creative Economy, coordinate, manage, and execute administrative tasks required for program implementation.
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Create efficiencies and methods for tracking, reporting, and maintaining records to ensure data is easily accessible and updated.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, quarterly budgets, and forecasts for programs. Monitor project budget and track expenditures and transactions.
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Responsible for the creation of purchase orders and invoice processing in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
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In collaboration with the Manager, Creative Economy, monitor and track the key deliverables and program success metrics while coordinating implementation logistics such as workback schedules to meet delivery timelines.
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In collaboration with the Manager, Creative Economy, support the creation of materials to ensure better communication and understanding of programs.
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Compile business intelligence and other available data on creative industries trends.
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Stay current with local, national, and international industry trends.
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Prepare monthly global creative industries trends report.
Let’s Talk About You
You have in-depth knowledge and experience with program development and management. You have proven project management skills with the ability to multi-task and budget for several projects at once.
You are passionate about our city and are excited at the prospect of working on projects that build on the energy of our community. You are collaborative, detail-oriented, deliver high-quality work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Education:
Post-secondary education such as diploma in business, office administration, related field, or industry-specific area.
Experience:
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Minimum of 6 years relevant professional experience
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Experience in supporting individuals working with the City of Calgary and/or Creative Industries is an asset.
Key Skills and Competencies
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Proven project management and project/financial accounting skills.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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In-depth knowledge and experience with program development and management.
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Demonstrated end-user computer proficiency, including Monday, Windows 10, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Concur.
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Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, establish priorities and perform to a high level of accuracy under tight deadlines.
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Strong time management skills and proven experience in working on multiple, detail-oriented, time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
EDI Commitment Statement
Calgary Economic Development celebrates diversity and is committed to advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Through EDI, we create a path to success for all our employees, where they have equal opportunity for advancement, have the voice to contribute to our collective growth and development and work in an inclusive environment.
We strongly believe in accessibility in the work we do and welcome requests to make the hiring process as accessible as possible. Accommodations are available for candidates on request during
all aspects of the selection process. Please advise at any point and we will do our best to work with you to meet your needs.
Calgary Economic Development adheres to the Alberta Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. Please be aware that Calgary Economic Development is committed to having a safe work environment.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume in confidence to: calgaryeconomic.bamboohr.com/careers by 04:00 pm, November 06th, 2025.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
About Calgary Economic Development
Calgary Economic Development works with business, government and community partners to achieve economic success, embrace shared prosperity and build a strong community for Calgary.
Calgary Economic Development is a not-for-profit corporation funded by the City of Calgary, private sector, community partners and other levels of government, and managed by an independent Board of Directors.
Calgary Economic Development is a conduit, connector, catalyst and storyteller.
We are opportunity-makers, helping to spark and fuel the growth that has made Calgary an economic powerhouse. We nurture prospects and potential. We harness possibilities. And we support individual and business prosperity.
We are connectors, linking business people with change-makers: investors, advisors, industry leaders, partners and employees. We introduce companies to new locations, markets and customers. And help new Calgarians meet mentors and employers – and find their place in our workforce, and in our community.
We are storytellers, charged with the happy responsibility of getting to know Calgary, and sending its good news well beyond the city limits.
We are a wealth of information. It's our business to figure out what makes Calgary work. And it's our job to share facts and resources freely with everyone who wonders why or how or how much.
Like the city we serve, we're collaborative, entrepreneurial, innovative, social, creative and global.
We are Calgary's opportunity-makers. As conduits, connectors, catalysts and storytellers, we help shape and share Calgary's story. And we're proud to be part of the energy.
Program Coordinator, Creative Economy
About the role
Job Description
Calgary Economic Development (CED) is an opportunity-maker, helping to spark and fuel Calgary’s growth. Our mandate is to position Calgary for long-term economic success through the expansion, retention, and attraction of companies, capital, and talent. We offer a wealth of information to help everyone succeed and tirelessly promote Calgary, in Canada and around the world. We are passionate about our role in shaping and sharing Calgary’s story, a place of blue sky thinking and unexpected opportunities.
Job Summary
As part of Calgary Economic Development’s Creative Industries team, this position will support, track, and coordinate programs and project flow associated with the development, delivery, and implementation of a Creative Economy Strategy.
This is a full-time term position ending December 31, 2026.
Key Responsibilities
-
Assist in planning and execution of programs and support program growth and development.
-
With support of Manager, Creative Economy, coordinate, manage, and execute administrative tasks required for program implementation.
-
Create efficiencies and methods for tracking, reporting, and maintaining records to ensure data is easily accessible and updated.
-
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, quarterly budgets, and forecasts for programs. Monitor project budget and track expenditures and transactions.
-
Responsible for the creation of purchase orders and invoice processing in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
-
In collaboration with the Manager, Creative Economy, monitor and track the key deliverables and program success metrics while coordinating implementation logistics such as workback schedules to meet delivery timelines.
-
In collaboration with the Manager, Creative Economy, support the creation of materials to ensure better communication and understanding of programs.
-
Compile business intelligence and other available data on creative industries trends.
-
Stay current with local, national, and international industry trends.
-
Prepare monthly global creative industries trends report.
Let’s Talk About You
You have in-depth knowledge and experience with program development and management. You have proven project management skills with the ability to multi-task and budget for several projects at once.
You are passionate about our city and are excited at the prospect of working on projects that build on the energy of our community. You are collaborative, detail-oriented, deliver high-quality work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Education:
Post-secondary education such as diploma in business, office administration, related field, or industry-specific area.
Experience:
-
Minimum of 6 years relevant professional experience
-
Experience in supporting individuals working with the City of Calgary and/or Creative Industries is an asset.
Key Skills and Competencies
-
Proven project management and project/financial accounting skills.
-
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-
In-depth knowledge and experience with program development and management.
-
Demonstrated end-user computer proficiency, including Monday, Windows 10, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Concur.
-
Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, establish priorities and perform to a high level of accuracy under tight deadlines.
-
Strong time management skills and proven experience in working on multiple, detail-oriented, time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
EDI Commitment Statement
Calgary Economic Development celebrates diversity and is committed to advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). Through EDI, we create a path to success for all our employees, where they have equal opportunity for advancement, have the voice to contribute to our collective growth and development and work in an inclusive environment.
We strongly believe in accessibility in the work we do and welcome requests to make the hiring process as accessible as possible. Accommodations are available for candidates on request during
all aspects of the selection process. Please advise at any point and we will do our best to work with you to meet your needs.
Calgary Economic Development adheres to the Alberta Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. Please be aware that Calgary Economic Development is committed to having a safe work environment.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume in confidence to: calgaryeconomic.bamboohr.com/careers by 04:00 pm, November 06th, 2025.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
About Calgary Economic Development
Calgary Economic Development works with business, government and community partners to achieve economic success, embrace shared prosperity and build a strong community for Calgary.
Calgary Economic Development is a not-for-profit corporation funded by the City of Calgary, private sector, community partners and other levels of government, and managed by an independent Board of Directors.
Calgary Economic Development is a conduit, connector, catalyst and storyteller.
We are opportunity-makers, helping to spark and fuel the growth that has made Calgary an economic powerhouse. We nurture prospects and potential. We harness possibilities. And we support individual and business prosperity.
We are connectors, linking business people with change-makers: investors, advisors, industry leaders, partners and employees. We introduce companies to new locations, markets and customers. And help new Calgarians meet mentors and employers – and find their place in our workforce, and in our community.
We are storytellers, charged with the happy responsibility of getting to know Calgary, and sending its good news well beyond the city limits.
We are a wealth of information. It's our business to figure out what makes Calgary work. And it's our job to share facts and resources freely with everyone who wonders why or how or how much.
Like the city we serve, we're collaborative, entrepreneurial, innovative, social, creative and global.
We are Calgary's opportunity-makers. As conduits, connectors, catalysts and storytellers, we help shape and share Calgary's story. And we're proud to be part of the energy.