Energy And Sustainability Analyst

Energy and Sustainability Analyst

Status: Full-Time Term (1 year with possible extension)

Salary: LT-4 – $63,693.50 to $89,002.94 per annum ($35.00 to $48.90/hr)

Based in Whitehorse, YT

Overview:

Project Managing KFN’s Wind Energy development. This position works to address climate change from a holistic perspective and in alignment with First Nation Values. The position will help KFN work towards reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and becoming more sustainable and self-reliant.

Knowledge and Skills:

1.Assist with project planning by soliciting technical resources, evaluating technical options, and understanding feasibility, environmental assessment studies and regulatory options;

2.Conduct comparative cost benefit analysis of energy generation options;

3.Organize technical skills training to develop understanding of installing and maintaining renewable energy systems, including storage;

4.Encourage and assist in conducting energy assessments and accessing retrofit building funding to improve energy efficiency;

5.Proven knowledge of renewable energy and energy efficiency options, in addition to strong familiarity with the Yukon’s and Yukon First Nations current energy situation;

6.Demonstrated experience working with Yukon First Nations and in working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders on projects. Ability to seek and acquire resources and understand complex assessments;

7.Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, writing skills, and editing skills. Demonstrated confidence and the ability to follow through on assigned duties independently within strict deadlines;

8.Ability to problem-solve and think creatively using a strengths-based approach;

9.Ability to network and maintain strong relationships with other colleagues in the energy sector;

10.Experience with project financial management. Demonstrate tact, intuition and diplomacy, strong work ethic, good judgment and ability to work well in a team environment;

11.Working knowledge of computer software such as MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and internet;

Educational and Experience:

A post-secondary degree in science, economics, planning renewable energy, natural resources or sustainability or equivalency obtained through course work and/or work experience. Two years’ experience working with or liaising with Yukon First Nation governments and organizations on projects and programs. Experience working in an energy-focused capacity.

For more information contact Kristy Kennedy at [email protected] or 867-334-1397

Candidates can submit their resume in confidence to: [email protected] prior to 5:00 pm on the closing date.

We thank you in advance for your application, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Posting Date: July 21, 2023

Internal Closing Date: July 28, 2023

External Closing Date: Until Filled

NOTE: Current employees, KFN citizens and community members will be considered as Internal Applicants.