Climate Strategy Program Lead - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:

48060
Join a fast-paced and dynamic role, leading the implementation of Environment and Climate Resilience initiatives.

You'll be at the forefront of developing and executing policies and projects, impacting various stakeholders, City departments, and future development.

This leadership position involves mentoring and guiding Climate project teams to adapt to changing demands and Council priorities, fostering a high-performing and accountable team.

As the Climate Strategy Program Lead, you'll oversee project delivery, risk management, efficient practices, and comprehensive communication strategies. Your success will be measured by citizen trust, resource efficiency, stakeholder collaboration, and maintaining professional standards with accurate reporting

With a focus on the City of Edmonton's Cultural Commitments
to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

Plan, budget, align and assign the projects in a way that maximizes the skills and internal resources available to support a series of projects
Develop and implement unit processes and track performance measures to ensure successful delivery of projects
Adhere to the Project Management methodology, policies, processes and core requirements, guiding the expectations for Project Manager knowledge excellence
Manage program budgets and outcomes
Provide support the pursuit of appropriate funding sources and approvals
Manages, track and report program progress to ensure the program is on budget, on schedule, and within the defined scope and quality
Lead, establish and exemplify the desired culture that supports the IIS Vision and Mission as well as the Corporate Leadership Principles
Establish, demonstrate and hold others accountable to the values of the Department, Branch, Section and Unit
Foster a culture of collaboration and networking amongst project teams, across the corporation and beyond
Act as agent of change and fosters an open environment of continuous input and feedback from staff
Lead the development of Climate strategies
Prioritize competing climate demands
Advise Climate team and leadership of emerging Climate strategies
Develop project related reports for Council, Executive Leadership Team, Climate Leadership team and others as required
Support the alignment of processes, competencies, leadership and culture to the strategy of the Section and Unit
Translate strategy into operational processes, approaches, and competencies
Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of project management processes and practices

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related discipline is required
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in an environmental and energy management leadership role within a large, complex, unionized organization
Progressively responsible experience managing the delivery of significant, complex and multidimensional projects
Strong political acumen with the ability to navigate through politically sensitive situations creating an environment of trust and respect
Proven planning and organization skills to manage program delivery
Ability to analyze and interpret complex environmental scientific information and translate in a meaningful way to decision makers
Demonstrated knowledge in relation to the City's two climate change plans and their complexity an impacts
Solid understanding of change management theory and current best practices
Proficient in interacting, communicating, influencing, and collaborating with diverse partners and stakeholders, from senior management to crossfunctional teams, fostering innovative, collaborative relationships and sharing resources and information effectively
Experience in contract management and procurement
Demonstrated ability to use business acumen to make decisions
Exceptional communication skills, encompassing both verbal and written proficiency, report writing, and presentation abilities, along with strong negotiation, problemsolving, and conflict resolution expertise
Demonstrated ability to work independently with mínimal supervision as well as in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions with an understanding of budgetary and political implications
Proficient in critical issue analysis, decisionmaking, solution recommendation, and information management
Utilizes leadership skills to manage resources, guide staff organizationwide, and address escalated issues with a solutionoriented approach
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Incl