Green Choice Program Coordinator (Halifax/Hybrid)

About the Opportunity

In this role you will be seconded from Net Zero Atlantic to the DOE Clean Electricity Division in the Green Choice Program. The Green Choice Program is a green tariff program for large commercial and institutional energy customers to build renewable energy projects to meet their energy consumption needs.

In this full-time contract term ending March 31 2027 you will report to the Senior Analyst Green Choice Program in the DOE Clean Electricity division and be responsible for:

• Assisting with and supporting the day-to-day administration of the Green Choice Program.
• Collaborating with key partners such as Nova Scotia Power Inc. and the Procurement Administrator - Coho Climate Advisors for the ongoing delivery of the program.
• Engaging with various collaborators and partners as needed.
• Coordinating with approved Participants to communicate engage and ensure the successful execution of program contracts.
• Coordinating with approved new renewable energy projects to address any hurdles to project success.
• Program tracking and delivery reporting and progress updates.
• Developing communications resources tools and materials to support program operations.
• Preparing internal decision-making materials such as briefings or presentations.
• Assisting with policy development.
• Providing support with the Clean Electricity team programs policies and initiatives.

Required qualifications include

Post-secondary degree in environmental studies or science or renewable/clean energy technology environmental policy public administration or multi-disciplinary studies. Or a relevant combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating developing administering and implementing large-scale complex programs.
• Five years experience in project management preferably in clean energy climate change or related area of focus.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple administrative tasks related to operating a new and unique program.
• Motivated to contribute to Atlantic Canadas transition to a net zero future.
• Excellent organization communication critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Independent worker well organized self starter.
• Detail-oriented.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge or experience in green tariff programs or policies or similar renewable energy programs.
• Knowledge or experience in renewable energy sectors and markets.
• Familiarity with Atlantic Canadian energy and climate change policy goals objectives and programs.

At Net Zero Atlantic we lead applied research and contribute to projects that enable the transition of Atlantic Canadas energy system to a carbon-neutral future. As an independent non-profit organization we achieve our mission and purpose through collaboration with academia governments private sector Indigenous Peoples and NGOs.

Our work is to facilitate collaborative research and projects focusing on resolving key questions related to the energy transition. Our current fields of interest include energy system modelling offshore wind hydrogen solar geothermal energy carbon sequestration green buildings emerging concepts and technologies and behavioural based mitigation solutions.

Net Zero Atlantic is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity and inclusion in our living learning and work pursuit of our values we seek employees who will work respectfully and constructively with people from different backgrounds and levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. Preference will be given to persons who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

What we offer

• A full-time contract position ending March 31 2027.
• We support a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
• We offer a flexible hybrid work environment.
• The annual salary range for this position is $65000 - $80000 depending on demonstrated experience and qualifications.
• Our total compensation package includes:
  • Group insurance plan for health and dental life AD&D short-term and long-term disability with no waiting period.
  • Generous paid vacation.
  • Time off on 13 holidays per year.
  • Additional paid time off throughout the year.
  • Professional development opportunities.

About Us

At Net Zero Atlantic we lead applied research and contribute to projects that enable the transition of Atlantic Canadas energy system to a carbon-neutral future. As an independent non-profit organization we achieve our mission and purpose through collaboration with academia governments private sector Indigenous Peoples and NGOs. Our work is to facilitate collaborative research and projects focusing on resolving key questions related to the energy transition.

The Nova Scotia Department of Energy (DOE) manages and promotes energy resources to achieve optimum economic social and environmental values from the energy sector. Their mission is to serve the social environmental and economic interests of Nova Scotians by ensuring all energy resources are developed and used in an efficient and sustainable manner. The DOE is recognized as a collaborative and innovative leader in the transformation of Nova Scotias energy sector.

Net Zero Atlantic is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity and inclusion in our living learning and work pursuit of our values we seek employees who will work respectfully and constructively with people from different backgrounds and levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. Preference will be given to persons who are legally entitled to work in Canada.