Project Manager, Community Energy Initiative
Ecotrust Canada
Location: Based in Coastal BC. Position is Remote.
Position Status: Full Time (37.5 hours/week).
Salary Range: Starting at $58,000-65,000 depending on qualifications. Generous benefits package available after three months.
Application Deadline: April 25, 2022
Start Date: May, 2022
We are hiring a new Project Manager to lead the successful execution of this training and mentorship program. The successful candidate will provide coordination to assist Energy Advisor candidates throughout the training and mentorship program, and then support newly certified Energy Advisors to provide services across the coastal region. The Project Manager will also support other community-based energy efficiency project work and will report directly to the Retrofits Program Manager.
This position will support the training and mentorship of Energy Advisors who will serve, and likely also reside in, rural and remote coastal communities including a large number of Indigenous communities. We therefore encourage candidates for this position with lived experience in the rural and remote coastal communities of British Columbia. We encourage candidates from groups under-represented in the energy industry (new Canadians, women, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ and persons with disabilities), and particularly encourage Indigenous candidates living in the region’s communities to apply. Candidates 31 years of age and younger are also encouraged to apply as they may be eligible for funding through the ‘Youth Employment in Natural Resources’ program.
See https://ecotrust.ca/careers/position-project-manager-community-energy-initiative/ for details.
Link:
https://ecotrust.ca/careers/position-project-manager-community-energy-initiative/
Financial Analyst, Geothermal
Barkley Project Group
Barkley Project Group is a project management consultancy that provides strategic planning, technical and management services to support the development of renewable energy and sustainable development projects in Indigenous communities. We are recognized for delivering complex projects that are community-led and produce substantial energy and GHG savings.
We are seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join our growing Geothermal Department. This individual will be responsible for developing multiple financial models to support business and design decision-making for commercial-scale clean energy power plant projects in BC.
Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3024070248
Economic Development Manager
Coast Funds
Are you looking for an opportunity to put your business and finance skills to work helping Indigenous communities build strong, sustainable local economies?
Coast Funds is hiring a Manager of Economic Development to work in partnership with First Nations to attract and develop proposals for businesses that create family-supporting jobs in the GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST AND HAIDA GWAII.
In this role, you’ll support First Nations by identifying and developing proposals for start-ups, joint ventures, strategic acquisitions, and infrastructure development opportunities. For a closer look at the range of business opportunities First Nations are leading on, browse a list of Coast Funds’ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING APPROVALS.
Link:
https://coastfunds.ca/news/career-opportunity-manager-of-economic-development/
Regulatory analyst
Alberta Utilities Commission -Market Oversight and Enforcement
Process complaints from landowners, customers and stakeholders, referrals from other
agencies, direction from the AUC and self-reports submitted by entities regarding
conduct that is suspected to be in contravention of AUC orders, rules or legislative
obligations.
• Conduct investigations in a manner that is consistent with AUC policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in mediation and the resolution of complaints.
• Obtain information or intelligence in a legal, ethical and confidential manner as required.
• Produce accurate and detailed investigative notes and reports.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all investigative actions and decisions.
• Prepare investigation findings and recommendations regarding enforcement action.
• Manage investigation timelines to ensure investigations are completed on time
• Provide assignment progress reports to management as necessary.
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a record documentation system for
the enforcement group.
Link:
https://media.www.auc.ab.ca/prd-wp-uploads/Shared%20Documents/Careers/Regulatory%20analyst%20%E2%80%93%20intermediate.pdf
Regulatory counsel – developmental
Alberta Utilities Commission
• Provide legal support on AUC-related legal matters as part of an integrated member of
the AUC’s Law Division. Responsibilities include:
• Identification, research and analysis of legal issues, including the preparation of
legal memos and opinions.
• Preparation of the legal aspects of correspondence, rulings, information requests and
AUC decisions upon receipt of instructions from Commission members on legal and
non-legal issues.
• Conduct Commission counsel questioning at oral hearings.
• Provide legal support in the preparation of AUC rules and bulletins.
• Act as a fully integrated member of a cross-disciplinary team assigned to a file.
• Represent the AUC positively to the external community through formal interactions on
applications.
Link:
https://media.www.auc.ab.ca/prd-wp-uploads/Shared%20Documents/Careers/Regulatory%20counsel.pdf
Articling student
Alberta Utilities Commission
The AUC is seeking one articling student for the 2022-2023 year.
The position would report to the AUC’s general counsel, under the supervision of a principal,
and involves a regulatory practice with a focus on administrative law. AUC counsel act on
matters related to the regulation of Alberta’s utility sector (electricity and gas rates, electricity
and gas pipeline facilities, electricity and gas markets), and represent the AUC before the Court
of Appeal.
Link:
https://media.www.auc.ab.ca/prd-wp-uploads/Shared%20Documents/Careers/Articling%20student.pdf
Human resources business partner
Alberta Utilities Commission
Reporting to the director of human resources, the human resources business partner (HRBP) will
provide intermediate-level generalist HR expertise and support to meet the needs of our
employees and leaders across the organization. The HRBP will wear many HR hats and will
provide advice and support in the areas of performance management, benefits administration,
recruitment and onboarding and policy interpretation. The HRBP will provide exemplary
customer service and will serve as an integral part of the HR.
Link:
https://media.www.auc.ab.ca/prd-wp-uploads/Shared%20Documents/Careers/Human%20resources%20business%20partner.pdf
Analyst - Energy and Climate Transition
Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors
Accelerate the transition to a clean, low-carbon energy future
You love to learn and want to increase your impact. You want to work with a team of like-minded, collaborative colleagues, dedicated to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future. You want to focus your talents and career on building a healthy, livable planet.
Welcome to DUNSKY ENERGY + CLIMATE ADVISORS. We’re a mission-driven (B-Corp certified) firm focused on exactly that: helping our clients accelerate the transition to a clean, low-carbon energy future. We didn’t come to this lately: we’ve been at it – meticulously supporting leading governments, utilities, businesses and others across North America – for nearly 18 years.
Our team of more than 40 professionals are whip-smart, super-kind, fun, and deeply dedicated to the mission. They include a deep bench of analysts and subject matter experts (across buildings, energy, mobility and industry), and a team of consultants able to translate findings and advise clients on key policies and strategies to make it happen. If you join us, you will be assessing opportunities for large-scale decarbonization; designing the programs, policies and market strategies that can truly accelerate their adoption; and/or evaluating the performance of those strategies with a view to continuous improvement.
Of course, your success isn’t solely linked to impact. You want real opportunity to grow – professionally and intellectually. You’re at ease with a fast pace, but also want a reasonable work/life balance, because your weekends and evenings should by default be yours. And of course, you want to be properly compensated. We strive to offer all of these, because we know that your success is multifaceted, and because we only achieve our mission if our teammates are healthy, happy, energized and growing.
Link:
http://careerwithimpact.dunsky.com/apply/p4wgx8WnGm/Analyst-Energy-Climate-Transition
(Bilingual) Consultant - energy and climate transition
Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisora
Accelerate the transition to a clean, low-carbon energy future
You love working with clients, and you love to learn. You don’t need a new job. But you want to increase your impact. You want to work with a team of like-minded, collaborative colleagues, dedicated to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future. You want to focus your talents and career on building a healthy, livable planet.
Welcome to DUNSKY ENERGY + CLIMATE ADVISORS. We’re a mission-driven (B-Corp certified) firm focused on exactly that: helping our clients accelerate the transition to a clean, low-carbon energy future. We didn’t come to this lately: we’ve been at it – meticulously supporting leading governments, utilities, businesses and others across North America – for nearly 18 years.
Our team of more than 40 professionals are whip-smart, super-kind, fun, and deeply dedicated to the mission. They include a deep bench of analysts and subject matter experts (across buildings, energy, mobility and industry), and a team of consultants able to translate findings and advise clients on key policies and strategies to make it happen. If you join us, you will be assessing opportunities for large-scale decarbonization; designing the programs, policies and market strategies that can truly accelerate their adoption; and/or evaluating the performance of those strategies with a view to continuous improvement.
Of course, your success isn’t solely linked to impact. You want real opportunity to grow – professionally and intellectually. You’re at ease with a fast pace, but also want a reasonable work/life balance, because your weekends and evenings should by default be yours. And of course, you want to be properly compensated. We strive to offer all of these, because we know that your success is multifaceted, and because we only achieve our mission if our teammates are healthy, happy, energized and growing.
Link:
http://careerwithimpact.dunsky.com/apply/MLhr1p5mza/Consultant-Energy-Climate-Transition
Energy Management Specialist
Arctic Energy Alliance
Established in 1997, the Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA) is a not-for-profit organization that employs 20-plus people. AEA has offices in Inuvik, Norman Wells, Fort Simpson, Whati, Hay River and Yellowknife.
Currently we are recruiting for the following permanent, full-time position:
ENERGY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Located in Yellowknife, the Energy Management Specialist (EMS) reports to the Executive Director and is an integral part of the AEA team. The EMS provides technical expertise in the areas of energy efficiency and renewable energy to AEA clients as well as other AEA staff. The EMS supports the delivery of AEA programs and services to all clients – specific activities will vary depending on which programs and services AEA is delivering.
This position involves travel to NWT communities in the regions.
The AEA offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that includes a defined contribution registered pension plan, a group insurance plan and annual professional development.
If you would like to know more about the position, please call 867-920-3333 or 1-877-755-5855 (toll-free), or email Jennifer.Wicks@aea.nt.ca
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter by email to:
Arctic Energy Alliance
#101–5102 51 St., Yellowknife, NT X1A 1S7
Jennifer Wicks, Human Resources, Jennifer.Wicks@aea.nt.ca
Link:
https://aea.nt.ca/
ETS Project Communications Lead
Yukon Conservation Society
This is an upcoming opportunity with the Yukon Conservation Society (YCS), the oldest environmental NGO in Canada. We will be hiring a Communications Lead this fall, with an expected term of September 2022 through June 2023. The position will lead the creation of the ETS Project's final report in close collaboration with our project partners, collaborators, suppliers, participants, and stakeholders across the country - especially the north.
This is anticipated to be a full time in-person position based in Whitehorse, with a pay range of $23-$27/hour depending on funding and qualifications.
The hiring process has yet to officially begin, but interested folks are encouraged to reach out to discuss the opportunity. Applicants from Indigenous and/or northern communities will be highly prioritized.
Senior Research Professional, Northern Energy Innovation
Yukon University
At YukonU Research Centre we create and share knowledge that helps us understand the world around us.
We are excited by opportunities to solve unique problems. We are dedicated to supporting local innovation and increasing student research capacity, building a stronger, more resilient north, where we all thrive, together.
As the Research Professional Senior, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of research projects related to a programmatic area of focus, that align with Yukon University’s Strategic Directions and values, build northern capacity, and addresses northern needs. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree preferably at the PhD level in a relevant STEM field, combined with experience in the power system domain, gained in an appropriate scientific/technical/professional environment such as a university, research institute, or government department.
If you have strong communication, inter-personal, organizational, problem-solving, critical-thinking, time management, and creative skills, and a demonstrated ability to initiate actions, lead a team and work with minimal supervision please apply.
Link:
https://www.yukonu.ca/about-us/employment/current-opportunities/2210
Research Analyst, Northern Energy Innovation
Yukon University
At YukonU Research Centre we create and share knowledge that helps us understand the world around us. We are excited by opportunities to solve unique problems. We are dedicated to supporting local innovation and increasing student research capacity, building a stronger, more resilient north, where we all thrive, together.
The Research Analyst is responsible for the execution and coordination of research activities at the Yukon Research Centre, including conducting research and data analysis activities, reporting, results communication, supervision, and partner liaison. You will be part of a team led by a principle investigator or equivalent senior researcher and will work closely and collaboratively with that team to deliver results on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
Duties include:
Conducting research and supporting the research lifecycle.
Promoting the research program.
Qualifications:
Relevant STEM university education with preference for a graduate level degree.
Experience conducing relevant research and/or work experience in the electric power system engineering domain.
Research experience:
Collecting, recording, interpreting, and analyzing research results
Writing reports, articles, and other communication activities on research findings.
Link:
https://www.yukonu.ca/about-us/employment/current-opportunities/2209
Research Assistant, Northern Energy Innovation
Yukon University
At YukonU Research Centre we create and share knowledge that helps us understand the world around us. We are excited by opportunities to solve unique problems. We are dedicated to supporting local innovation and increasing student research capacity, building a stronger, more resilient north, where we all thrive, together.
The Research Assistant will work with the Industrial Research Chair in Northern Energy Innovation. You will assist with research projects in both a technical and logistic standpoint and contribute to reporting for government and/or industry funded programs supporting research activities.
Duties:
Working with the design of research activities or simulation experiments
Preparing reports and organizing data
Coordinating research projects
Qualifications:
Relevant university education with 2 years research experience or an appropriate combination of education and research work experience.
Research experience:
Relevant Programming experience in relevant software such as: MATLAB, Labview, and/or Excel VBA, Solidworks, AutoCAD
Experience in northern scientific research, ideally related to engineering (electrical) or power systems
Link:
https://www.yukonu.ca/about-us/employment/current-opportunities/2207
Senior Communications Lead, Renewables in Remote Communities
Pembina Institute
The Pembina Institute is seeking a strategic thinker with strong outreach and community engagement skills to join our communications team. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, positive energy, a high degree of organization, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment. The successful candidate would work primarily with the Renewables in Remote Communities program team while also providing support for other Pembina communications initiatives.
The ideal candidate excels at big picture thinking while also being detail oriented. The senior communications lead is the point of contact for journalists and external partners, as well as a key instigator of mainstream, social and digital media efforts on priority issues. Reporting to a communications manager, and working closely with policy directors and analysts, the senior communications lead possesses strong project management skills, familiarity with emerging communications trends particularly in digital outreach/e-communications, and experience in digital publishing.
The ideal candidate has a strong interest in issues affecting Indigenous peoples in Canada, including northern and remote communities. This person should be available to work from one of the Pembina Institute’s offices (in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, or Toronto). Our workplace is a hybrid system that does not require employees to be in an office fulltime. In addition, consideration will be given to candidates who live in northern or remote communities, or who identify as Indigenous and require a flexible work location.
The communications lead for the Renewables in Remote Communities program will be passionate about Canadian energy and climate issues, and Indigenous reconciliation, have a good understanding of federal and provincial politics, and possess a deep interest in the Pembina Institute’s programs focusing on decarbonizing energy production.
Link:
https://www.pembina.org/docs/job-sr-comms-rirc-summer22.pdf
Analyst, Renewables in Remote Communities program
Pembina Institute
The Pembina Institute is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its growing Renewables in Remote Communities (RiRC) Program as an analyst. This position would advance our ongoing work on energy policies to support Indigenous leadership and diesel reduction in remote Indigenous community across the country — a potent challenge and opportunity for the clean energy transition that is occurring nationally.
We are seeking a highly driven and resourceful person with two to five years of relevant technical experience, strong analytical skills, knowledge of climate and energy policy unique to remote communities, an understanding of the evolving relationship between Canada and Indigenous People, a solid work ethic, and a persistent drive to solve Canada's most prominent sustainability challenges.
The Pembina Institute is providing research and analysis along with clean energy policy and regulatory guidance that is unique to the remote community space. This role will require engagement with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous, provincial and federal governments, private and crown utilities, Indigenous communities, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The goal is supporting the development and advocacy of good climate and energy policies and necessary regulatory improvements to prioritize Indigenous-led clean energy projects in remote communities, through solid research, technical and energy analysis and energy modelling in both energy supply and energy demand.
Link:
https://www.pembina.org/docs/job-rirc-analyst-june-2022.pdf
