Job Description

Apply By: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Project Advisor

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Job ID:

235693

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Energy and Mines

Division:

Distribution, Conservation and Innovation Policy Division

City:

Toronto

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary - 12 months with the possibility of extension

Job code:

5A008 - ProgPlanEval05

Salary:

$76,231.00 - $109,842.00 Per year


Effective, April 1, 2025, the new salary range for this position will be $78,327 o $112,863 per year in accordance with AMAPCEO collective agreement provisions.

Help Power Ontario's Future - One Project at a Time!

Do you have a passion for energy efficiency and a drive to make a difference across the province? The Energy Efficiency Policy and Programs Branch within the Distribution, Conservation and Innovation Policy Division is seeking a Project Advisor to support the implementation of public-facing programs. In this dynamic role, you'll lead data analysis, evaluate business processes, and engage with stakeholders to enhance energy efficiency and conservation initiatives that benefit communities across Ontario.



This position is supporting as well as leading certain aspects of program delivery and policy development for three energy efficiency and conservation programs. With the release of the Integrated Energy Plan, this is an opportunity to help deliver on commitments made to enhance energy efficiency and work with stakeholders towards regional energy planning as well as enhancing access to energy data.

Information Session

We are offering an opportunity for those interested to attend a virtual session to learn more about the division and the position to be filled.

Date: November 10th, 2025

Time: 12:00pm - 12:30pm



Remember to add this event to your calendar

Meeting Link

This session is optional and has no impact on hiring decisions.

About the job

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In this position you will:



support the delivery of energy benchmarking and municipal funding programs. conduct data analysis of program data to support policy and program development across the ministry. support the evaluation of programs and projects and make recommendations for enhancement. provide client support and provide solutions to incoming issues, questions etc. manage projects by establishing priorities, developing workplans, and monitoring budget liaise with internal and external stakeholders to discuss and enhance policies and programs prepare reports, presentations, communications and briefing notes for senior management

What you bring to the team

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Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:

You can:


research and analyze data and industry trends to proactively manage programs and partnerships. identify issues, assess risks and develop/recommend solutions and best practices. review business processes and tools to identify opportunities, options and make recommendations for improvement. provide data management knowledge to support the collection of data.
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Project management skills:

You have:


knowledge of project management theories, practices and techniques the ability to create project plans, establish goals and priorities, assign tasks and resolve problems/conflicts experience with forecasting, obtaining resources, contract management, and monitoring budgets to ensure deliverables are met time management skills and the ability to shift tasks based on priority
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Relationship management skills:

You:


can build and maintain effective relationships within the ministry, and with ministry partners and stakeholders have influential skills to resolve conflict with stakeholders and achieve common goals and objectives have consultation and consensus-building skills to work effectively with stakeholders
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Interpersonal and communication skills:

You have:


tact and diplomacy to communicate on sensitive issues verbal and written communication skills, and have experience in preparing briefing and decision notes, data graphics, slide decks, and other materials experience with making recommendations to senior advisors and management the ability to participate in working groups/committees attention to detail and can prepare materials using computer software (e.g., word processing, database and presentation software).

Don't meet every qualification?

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If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.



Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.



Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

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Base salary

- Work with an organization that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression

Vacation and leave

- Tap into a range of vacation and leave options, including sick leave, discretionary and parental leave.

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

- Access to confidential assistance to support our employees though the challenges of life

Recognition

- See efforts recognized, both formally and informally, across the organization

Job progression

- Build skills and explore opportunities with an organization committed to upgrading your skills

Additional information:

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Apply by:

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 77 Grenville St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Consulting and Planning

Posted on:

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Note:

The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions. E-ES-235693/25

How to apply:

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You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

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Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matiere de langue et evaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichees en francais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaitre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont evalues en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/francais), vous devrez egalement passer un test de competences linguistiques en francais.

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