Chief of Protocol

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 66417
Ministry: Executive Council
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 5, 2025

ABOUT US

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans.
The Ministry of Executive Council is responsible for coordinating and supporting the executive arm of government: the Cabinet (also known as Executive Council) and its committees. Executive Council ensures effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development across government, engagement of Albertans and the broader global community, and the promotion of a vibrant and innovative public service. It ensures outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development and informed decision-making for the Government of Alberta, and helps ministries communicate and engage with Albertans.
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QUALIFICATIONS

As Chief of Protocol, you bring extensive related senior leadership experience and knowledge of Protocol matters to this high-visibility role. You possess a deep understanding of Alberta’s strategic direction, business plans, goals, and policy direction, coupled with a deep understanding of government decision-making. As a leader, you have a proven track record leading staff on the precise execution of high-profile functions, events, and visits, and bring knowledge of budgeting, business, and project planning to the role.
You are described as tactful and agile, and possess well-developed consultation, facilitation, negotiation, influence, and communication skills. Fostering relationships with diverse audiences is another area of strength. You thrive in politically sensitive environments and enjoy managing rapidly evolving issues, engaging mitigation plans, and are a creative problem solver. Your reputation for motivating and empowering teams will position you for success. A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related discipline, is required.

Reporting to the Deputy Clerk of Executive Council, as the Chief of Protocol you will be responsible for a politically sensitive and high-profile portfolio that provides leadership and coordination of Government ceremonial, protocol, and diplomatic activities; work that is vital to promoting Alberta, both nationally and internationally.
You will take a leadership role in advising Government on all matters of protocol and precedence including planning and conducting official ceremonies and visits to the Province; acting as the principal Government contact for Alberta’s Consular / Diplomatic Corps; providing support to the Premier’s Office for diplomatic and ceremonial events; state funerals and overseeing Government House in Edmonton for meetings, events, and ceremonies, ensuring the Alberta Protocol Office positively represents Alberta to the world.