Program Analyst

Program Analyst Company: Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) Overview The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed. If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday. Key Responsibilities We are looking for two Program Analysts to join AESO’s Transformation Management Office (TMO). Reporting directly to the Program Manager, TMO, you will support the successful execution of AESO’s transformation initiatives by providing expert project coordination and performance tracking with integration with process design. You will also support the efficient execution of transformation programs, ensuring risks are managed and processes are optimized to achieve strategic objectives. Accountabilities Project Management Support: Assist in developing integrated implementation plans (initiative chartering, project plans and preliminary budgets) for transformation initiatives; track progress, risks, and dependencies across multiple projects; financial management (budgets, actuals, commitments, forecasts and accruals); support change requests, re-planning, and re-forecasting activities. Data Analysis & Reporting: Prepare dashboards and reports on initiative performance, timelines, and budgets; consolidate data for TMO and execution streams to support decision‑making. Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with initiative leads, People & Culture, and corporate communications to ensure alignment across the organization; support escalation management and resource coordination across workstreams. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to AESO’s transformation governance framework; maintain documentation for audits and program reviews. Process Design & Optimization: Collaborate with process design on business processes and collectively identify opportunities for improvement; be informed on workshops with stakeholders for process validation changes in collaboration with process design analyst. Desired Qualifications A degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field. 5–7 years in project management or Project Management Office support (PMP or equivalent an asset). Proven understanding of Project Management best practices, principles and methodologies (PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile). Understanding of AESO operations and foundational knowledge of the business processes of the organization. Proficiency in project management and process mapping tools (MS Project, Jira, MS Planner, Workday, Power BI, Enterprise Consciousness or similar). Proficiency in financial management tools (Workday, Oracle or similar). Strong analytical and reporting skills (Excel, Power BI). Benefits Competitive salary and variable pay program. Paid vacation, flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support. Defined contribution pension plan and learning and development opportunities. Hybrid work environment: office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; Monday and Friday flexible. Application Deadline January 9, 2026 Accommodations If you are contacted for a pre‑screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Other Information The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes. The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the “AESO”) is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act) of Alberta. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 33 of the FOIP Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr