Program Manager (Clean Transportation)

Union/Affiliation

**Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)**

Pay range

**$85,993 to $102,588 annually**

SFU Department Descr

**Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue**

Position Grade

**10**

# of openings

**1**

Biweekly Hours

**72**

**Who We Are**

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU's leadership on climate innovation has earned the institution first place in Canada and third place worldwide on climate action and sustainable cities and communities in the Times Higher Education 2024 Impact rankings. Clean Energy Canada, an initiative of the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, is an SFU leader in this space. Clean Energy Canada is dedicated to advancing pragmatic climate and clean energy solutions by investing in positive and constructive relationships with key stakeholders. Clean Energy Canada links effective action with pressing issues such as affordability, economic competitiveness and energy security.

**About the Role**

The Clean Transportation Program Manager provides leadership to Clean Energy Canada by driving the development and execution of programs that accelerate the adoption of clean energy technologies in the transportation sector, supporting Canada’s transition to a clean energy future. This role advances strategic policy initiatives that build on emerging industry trends and existing regulatory frameworks. The position leverages collaboration between government, industry, and community stakeholders to build strong alliances and drive impactful clean energy solutions. Additionally, this role oversees project execution, tracking performance metrics and optimizing resources to maximize program effectiveness. Through strategic problem-solving and stakeholder engagement, the position plays a critical role in managing policy contributions and initiatives that extend Clean Energy Canada’s mission.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the electrification of transportation, with strong technical and policy awareness. The candidate will be a critical thinker and problem solver. With excellent planning and prioritization skills, they will be able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. A creative and innovative team player, the incumbent will excel in forging relationships, making informed decisions, advocating for solutions, achieving results and creating positive change. The incumbent will be a strong communicator (both written and oral), capable of building and maintaining effective external high-level relationships, collaborations and partnerships, as well as directly communicating with Canadians.

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