Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid, 2–3 days on-site)

Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required

Duration: 12-month contract, possibility of extension or permanency depending on business needs 
Travel: 1-2 times per month within BC
Working hours: 37.5 hour work week, 9-5 Monday to Friday with occasional requirements to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Background Check Requirement: Enhanced Criminal record check  

 

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven public sector organization focused on building strong, meaningful connections with communities across British Columbia. As a Partnerships and Community Investment Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping how the organization brings its brand to life through sponsorships, events, and community initiatives.

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams across marketing, business operations, and external partners to deliver high-impact programs, particularly within large-scale sporting and community events. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys balancing multiple priorities, and is passionate about building relationships while executing high-visibility activations.

What’s In It for You

You’ll join a collaborative and people-first environment where community impact and connection are at the core of the work. This role offers exposure to large-scale, high-profile events and partnerships across the province, including major sporting initiatives and community programs. You’ll gain visibility across senior stakeholders and have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, high-impact work, all within a culture that supports growth, flexibility, and innovation.

 

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll liaise with sponsorship and community partners, as well as internal stakeholders, to support initiatives that build brand awareness and strengthen relationships
• In this role, you’ll align sponsorships and events with social purpose strategy, business plans, and corporate priorities, identifying opportunities to support broader objectives
• You’ll proactively manage multiple projects, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and communications are executed accurately and on schedule
• You’ll develop and execute integrated sponsorship marketing and activation plans, including promotional materials, event coordination, and on-site activation support
• You’ll support the implementation of internal and external initiatives tied to community investment and external partnerships
• You’ll maximize sponsorship investments by leveraging engagement opportunities, supporting budget tracking, and ensuring all contractual assets are fulfilled
• You’ll represent the organization at events, acting as a key point of contact for external stakeholders and community partners
  
  Skills and Qualifications
• 4–6 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field, ideally within sponsorships, events, or partnerships
• A valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle required
• Post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism or a related discipline
• Proven experience developing and executing marketing campaigns, sponsorship activations, or large-scale events
• Strong understanding of partnership engagement, community investment and reputation management principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders across multiple functions, including internal executives, vendors and external partners
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience working across multiple marketing channels is an asset
• Experience in a consumer marketing or agency environment, or exposure to sports marketing or sports gaming environments is considered a strong asset
  

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.