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Your Opportunity:

Primary Care Alberta’s Communicable Disease Control (CDC) team is seeking a skilled Knowledge Translation (KT) Consultant to lead and advance KT and communication initiatives across a complex provincial environment. Reporting to the Associate Manager, Quality and Process Improvement, the Consultant will work closely with CDC teams and key partners to plan, implement, and evaluate strategies that support the effective synthesis, dissemination, and uptake of information, tools, and resources. This role integrates project management, stakeholder engagement, writing, and creative design to develop high-quality, user‑centered products for diverse audiences. The Consultant will leverage design tools and multimedia solutions to create impactful materials that reflect end‑user perspectives and enhance the delivery of health services. They will apply KT best practices to ensure resources are evidence‑informed, accessible, and aligned with system needs. The Consultant will play a key role in developing coordinated KT and communication strategies that strengthen information sharing and support consistent practice across the province. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, they will help establish shared approaches to resource development, content translation, and dissemination. Strong relationship‑building and change‑management skills are essential for navigating complex environments, mobilizing diverse groups, and building consensus. Success in this position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of independence, critical thinking, analytical skill, and attention to detail. The Consultant will balance daily project demands while contributing to system improvement through effective communication and knowledge mobilization. This is a remote position that may require occasional travel to a designated CDC site.

Description:

The Knowledge Translation Consultant is responsible for three integrated areas of practice including knowledge transfer and mobilization, writing and creative design, and facilitation and engagement. In the area of knowledge transfer and mobilization, the Consultant leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of knowledge mobilization strategies and KT or communication initiatives that support organizational priorities. They establish and continuously improve processes to ensure resources are evidence-informed, high quality, and tailored to target audiences, while also developing mechanisms for effective dissemination across multiple channels. The Consultant conducts knowledge management activities and monitors outcomes to ensure alignment with goals and continuous improvement. In the area of writing and creative design, the Consultant develops, edits, and translates content into clear, accessible formats for diverse audiences. They design and produce print, digital, and multimedia resources that support learning and practice, and apply design principles and tools to enhance usability and engagement. The Consultant explores and integrates emerging technologies and approaches to strengthen communication effectiveness and collaborates with communications, web, and technology partners to ensure alignment and consistency. In the area of facilitation and engagement, the Consultant leads stakeholder engagement and user experience activities to inform KT initiatives. They plan and facilitate consultations, analyze findings, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. The Consultant builds strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to support the coordinated development and dissemination of resources, while contributing to problem solving, innovation, and continuous improvement across initiatives.

-**Classification:**Consultant -**Union:**Exempt -**Unit and Program:**Communicable Disease Control, Quality & Process Improvement Team -**Primary Location:**Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre -**Location Details:**Eligible to work remotely within Alberta -**Negotiable Location:**Provincial -**Employee Class:**Regular Full Time -**FTE:**1.00 -**Posting End Date:**06-APR-2026 -**Date Available:**16-APR-2026 -**Hours per Shift:**7.75 -**Length of Shift in weeks:**12 -**Shifts per cycle:**60 -**Shift Pattern:**Days -**Days Off:**Saturday/Sunday -Minimum Hourly Salary:$30.90 -Maximum Hourly Salary:$53.08 -**Vehicle Requirement:**Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field such as public relations, journalism, marketing, health promotion, or graphic or visual design is required. A minimum of five years of progressive experience in communications, knowledge translation, social marketing, health marketing, or a related field is required, including experience working within complex systems and across diverse partnerships. A minimum of three years of experience in a senior or leadership capacity is required, with demonstrated responsibility for leading significant components of projects, initiatives, or processes.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Proven business experience and proficiency with design and production of visual and graphic materials using design and eLearning software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Captivate). Excellent computer skills including advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, etc.). Proven business experience working effectively within a virtual team environment [e.g., group facilitation, chairing meetings, teaching, and presenting]. Proven experience writing and editing, particularly creating key messages, communication and educational materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with an organization and projects of a significant size, complexity, and diversity. Experience working in Communicable Disease Control or Public Health. Master’s degree in communications or a related field (e.g., public relations, journalism, marketing, health promotion, graphic/visual design).