Join us in shaping Canada’s sustainable energy future

The Pembina Institute is seeking a manager to join our Electricity team, preferably based out of our Ottawa office but with the option of Calgary or Edmonton. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader with technical expertise, strong project and stakeholder management skills, and experience advancing policy initiatives in complex environments.

Who we are

At the Pembina Institute, it’s all hands on deck and it has been for the last 40+ years. 

Our 50+ person team, distributed across the country, are passionate and dedicated, but we don't sweat the small stuff. We’re too busy tackling one of the most important issues of our time: Canada’s clean energy transition.

In that transition, we don’t leave anyone behind and believe each member of our team plays a critical role in achieving our goals. We ensure equity but promote individuality. We lead with curiosity — challenging our own ideas and limiting beliefs, being open to diversity of thought and opinion. We use evidence-based thinking to inform our recommendations to decision-makers and understand that to make long-lasting changes, we need to take a practical approach when collaborating with others. 

Our commitment to responsible development, and our “tough, but fair” approach, using research, consulting and convening, gives us credibility with decision makers whose actions today are setting the direction for the planet. Are you ready to join us?

Meet the team

The Electricity team works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the Pembina Institute maximizes its impact in decarbonizing Canada’s electricity sector. The team develops reports, analyzes market trends, and researches policy positions on the local, national and global economic impacts of the energy transition and energy policy.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Electricity, the Manager plays a key role in advancing the program’s strategy through project and initiative leadership, policy development, and cross-functional coordination. This role focuses on leading high-impact projects, influencing outcomes and working across teams and stakeholders rather than direct people management. The Manager oversees project delivery, contributes to strategic policy development, and leads engagement with government and external partners.

Your key responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and workflows to deliver high-impact projects.
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to team members across electricity projects and initiatives.
• Oversee project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with program objectives and strategic priorities.
• Monitor program progress against goals, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of outputs and outcomes.
• Support project budgeting, including planning, allocation, and tracking of resources.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts, including identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and engaging donors and stakeholders.
• Develop policy options and provide strategic advice on key electricity and climate policy issues.
• Lead and coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, including relationships with government, media, and external partners.
• Co-manage strategic external relationships and act as a spokesperson; support media and communications activities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of program strategies, plans, and communications initiatives.

Direct and indirect leadership 

• Apply project and program leadership skills to guide team members and contractors across initiatives and the project lifecycle.
• Provide mentorship and support to team members, fostering collaboration, accountability, and shared ownership of outcomes.
• Contribute to peer review and cross-team collaboration, offering insights to strengthen planning, coordination and delivery.
• Represent the program in external settings, influencing stakeholders and contributing to trusted, productive relationships with government, partners and other key audiences.

What we’re looking for

You are a clear, confident communicator who can translate complex policy and technical concepts into accessible, compelling messages for diverse audiences. You bring strong relationship‑building skills and a collaborative approach, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across sectors. As a strategic thinker, you assess challenges from multiple angles and develop practical approaches that advance both immediate priorities and long‑term goals.

You are highly organized, self‑directed, and results‑oriented, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality work. You take initiative, work independently, and apply strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail, grounded in a commitment to sustainability and social change.

What you bring

• Minimum of five years of related work experience in a professional environment, such as industry, government, or the not-for-profit sector with a focus on the electricity sector. A combination of work experience and education may be considered.
• Minimum of an undergraduate degree in sciences, business, economics, law, public policy, engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is considered a bonus.
• Experience in program delivery and/or environmental policy advocacy and regulatory reform within the relevant policy area, industry, or other applicable energy-sector fields.
• Direct experience in developing or implementing provincial and/or federal environmental policy and regulation.
• Experience as a spokesperson who can adapt to a variety of styles orally and in writing, from technical and academic reports and presentations to more informal blogs, social media posts and conversations.
• Experience with providing informal coaching or mentorship.
• Experience with independently leading successful projects from start to end.
• Bilingualism (English and French) considered a strong asset.

Compensation and benefits

The hiring range for the position is $83,250 to $95,250 annually based on a 37.5-hour work week, with a range maximum of $107,250. Within this range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, related experience, education and/or training, and internal equity.

We know that to meet these ambitious goals, our people are the core. We also know that one size does not fit all, therefore we offer employees a flexible office and home schedule that allows individuals to find an optimal balance. Our employees receive a generous paid time-off package starting with four weeks of vacation, time to cover health and wellness, professional development and offices closed annually from December 25 to January 1. In addition, we offer RRSP matching, parenthood top-ups, extended health and dental benefits, and yearly development funds.

Note: the incentive programs have certain eligibility requirements and may be subject to employment type.

The Pembina Institute is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process that values diversity and respect. We aim to create a work environment where everyone can contribute their best and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please email and we will work to meet your needs while ensuring equal opportunity.

Applications at Pembina are reviewed by our hiring team with each recruitment process following similar steps. These typically including a screening call, interview, short assessment or samples of work and a reference check. Candidates selected to advance through the recruitment process will be contacted directly through our applicant tracking system.