Digital & Innovation Planning & Governance Specialist (Temporary 12 months contract)

Digital & Innovation Planning & Governance Specialist

Drive financial planning, procurement, and compliance for Digital & Innovation initiatives

(Temporary 12 months contract)

Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid

At Alectra, we're not just about powering communities; we're about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.

Are you a forward-thinking and technically skilled professional passionate about advancing utility operations?

Are you a strategic and organized professional looking to manage the core administrative and budget functions that support our Digital & Innovation (D&I) programs? We are seeking a Planning & Governance Specialist to join our team, reporting to the Manager of Digital & Innovation Administration. This role will provide comprehensive financial support in the administration and governance of D&I programs, budgets, policies, and processes.

What you'll do

Digital & Innovation Program Administration

• Collaborate with Digital & Innovation management and Corporate Finance to develop and manage budgets and forecasting, including initiating and concluding Capital and Operating work orders.
• Partner with Digital & Innovation Management Team to report on all Governance accountabilities, including Policies, Procedures, and Frameworks to support all lines of business and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with corporate Procurement to complete procurement processes related to Digital & Innovation products and services.

Reporting & Analysis

• Develop, manage, and refine advanced reports and interactive dashboards using Microsoft Power BI, focusing on visualizing Digital & Innovation financials, including in-year and year-over-year trending analysis.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of IT deployment models to track and analyze operational expenditure, correlating deployment strategies with financial impacts.

Financial & Contract Management

• Collaborate with the Financial Reporting team to understand Alectra's capitalization policy, especially for cloud cost capitalization, ensuring compliance with IFRS and OEB regulations.
• Provide administrative support for contract management, including overseeing contract modifications and closure, ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Manage monthly billing processes for telecom mobile devices, notifying business units of usage and coordinating with accounting for accurate cost allocation and charge-backs.

Corporate Values and Conduct

• Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra's core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives.
• Ensure adherence to legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards.

Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree or College diploma in Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license.
• Understanding of budget and forecasting administration and management.
• Understanding of procurement management processes.
• Understanding of IT deployment methodologies.
• Understanding of software license management processes.
• Understanding of utility industry business processes and practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in IT department administration.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in budget and forecast management.
• Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Advanced Financial Management: Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Data Analysis and Visualization: Proficiency in Power BI for report and dashboard creation.
• Strategic Planning: Skill in aligning IT deployment with operational expenses for insightful data analysis.
• Procurement and Contract Management: Experienced in procurement processes and contract oversight.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong ability to work with diverse teams.
• Advanced MS Excel Skills: High proficiency in Excel for complex data management.
• Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Exceptional at analyzing data and solving complex problems.
• Organizational Skills: Adept at multitasking and prioritizing in a dynamic environment.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Commitment to leveraging innovation for process enhancement.
• Analytical Planning Skills: Ability to assess decision impacts and plan strategically.
• Exceptional Written and Presentation Skills: Strong in organizing and delivering compelling information.
• Project Management: Proficient in managing multiple projects within deadlines.
• Conflict Negotiation: Skilled in resolving disputes and influencing outcomes.

Where you will work

• Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here's why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team's future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
• Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
• Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our "Disconnect from Work" policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Hybrid work environment (if applicable): Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we'd love to hear from you Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

At Alectra, we're committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.