Senior Business Strategy Advisor

No. of positions: 1

Closing date: August 21, 2026

• This temporary position will be part of the hydroelectric investigation team, reporting to the (acting) Director, Hydroelectric Development and Strategy. This role will support the exploration of early-stage hydroelectric investigation and expansion opportunities. Working alongside the engineering team, the successful candidate will provide business strategy, communications, government relations and public relations support to help advance early-stage project investigation in a thoughtful, coordinated and credible way.
  
  What you ll do:
• Support the planning and implementation of business strategy, communications, government relations and public engagement activities for early-stage hydroelectric investigation and expansion opportunities.
• Work closely with engineering, Indigenous relations, regulatory, environmental, legal, communications and other internal teams to support integrated planning and decision-making.
• Develop and coordinate clear briefing materials, presentations, issue notes, speaking points, correspondence and other materials for executives, project teams, government and external audiences.
• Design and manage public engagement and communications appropriate to the stage, sensitivity and complexity of each project in close collaboration with a wide spectrum of subject matter experts.
• Support engagement with local and regional governments, provincial government, communities, stakeholders and other interested parties, in coordination with established internal programs and accountabilities.
• Monitor and assess public, political and media sentiment, and identify emerging risks, issues and opportunities.
• Support socio-economic strategy, research, tracking and analysis.
• Work closely with the communications team on media relations, issue management and regional community relations.
• Support government relations and policy work required to advance project development, as necessary.
• Provide strategic advice on how stakeholder input, public sentiment and broader policy considerations can inform project investigations and future potential development options.

• A university degree, graduate certification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as communications, public relations, public policy, business, planning, political science or a related field.
• International Association of Public Participation (IAP2), conflict management and/or negotiation training are an asset.
• Experience guiding strategy on complex infrastructure development, with a focus on early-stage development.
• Background in public policy, community relations, public consultation, communications, government relations and/or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong strategic thinking, business judgment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to understand technical information and translate it into clear advice, materials and messages.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to prepare concise briefing notes, executive materials, correspondence and public-facing content.
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to build credibility and effective working relationships with internal teams, executives, governments, communities and stakeholders.
• Experience designing or supporting engagement plans, communications strategies, issue management approaches or consultation processes.
• Experience and comfort working in high emotion environments with a commitment to listening and understanding underlying interests.
• Ability to work collaboratively and gain alignment in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Sound judgment in managing sensitive, high-profile or emerging issues, including the ability to anticipate risks and recommend practical responses.
• A proactive, adaptable and resourceful working style, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a fast- moving project environment.
• A commitment to continuous learning, collaboration and achieving results through influence, relationship-building and sound advice.

• A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension
  - Flexible work model, depending on your role type
  - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit

• Please note that this opportunity is a one-year full-time temporary (FTT) position.
• Location :
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