JOB SUMMARY:

The Consultant is accountable for providing leadership and strategic consultation and support specifically related to existing hydro facilities within Saskatchewan. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible for researching, developing, recommending, and implementing strategic and operational programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with provincial and federal hydro and water reservoir regulatory requirements. This role ensures alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives, with a specific focus on engaging with Indigenous communities and Indigenous rightsholders.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization
• Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower’s operations and people
• Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions
• Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences
• Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives
• Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Degree or Diploma in Resource/Environmental Management, Community/Regional Planning, Public Relations, Communications, a Social Science, or other related equivalent AND/OR; 

Five (5) years of related experience in strategic development, community engagement, Rightsholder relations, major project development and/or program delivery 

IAP2 training would be considered an asset 

Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower 

Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism 

Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable 

Excellent oral and written communication skills 

Ability to work and manage in a changing environment 

Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills 

Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork 

Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies 

Must have a continuing record of professional development   

Ability to travel within Saskatchewan to engage with Indigenous rightsholders 

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered