President & Chief Executive Officer

Company profile; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Gas Association seeks a dynamic President & CEO to passionately lead the organization in representing Canada's natural gas delivery industry. The ideal candidate will possess strategic leadership skills and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders while driving policy initiatives and enhancing the sector's standing.

Qualifications

• Engaging and strategic leader with strong collaborative skills.
• Ability to articulate a vision for the sector clearly.
• Demonstrates commitment to supporting CGA and its members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a compelling vision for the CGA.
• Champion initiatives positioning CGA as the authority in the sector.
• Maintain liaison with federal and provincial government agencies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Government relations

Communication

Consensus building

Education

Experience in economic regulation

Knowledge of the natural gas utility sector

Bilingualism in both official languages

Job description

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Founded in 1907, The Canadian Gas Association (CGA) is the voice of Canada’s natural gas delivery industry, and its members are distribution companies, transmission companies, equipment manufacturers and other service providers. Natural gas has a central and growing place in Canada’s energy mix meeting nearly 40 per cent of the country’s energy needs. In homes, apartments, buildings, businesses, industrial applications, vehicles, hospitals and schools, customers representing two-thirds of Canadians rely on natural gas for a multitude of energy needs.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will develop and execute a bold, compelling vision that inspires CGA members, the Board, and staff. As a key spokesperson for the industry, the CEO will champion initiatives that position the CGA as the leading authority on trade, economic, and public policy issues related to the natural gas utility sector, shaping policy, regulatory, and legislative development accordingly. The CEO will lead and oversee CGA staff and resources, and maintain critical liaison with members, federal and provincial government agencies and departments, representatives from other industries, and related national and international associations.

As the ideal CEO, you are an engaging and strategic leader with strong collaborative and consultative skills, administrative leadership, government relations expertise, and a demonstrated interest in and commitment to supporting the efforts of the CGA and its members. You are a strong communicator with the ability to express ideas clearly, effectively, and proficiently to others orally, in writing, and through speeches and presentations. This includes being able to articulate and implement a vision for the Canadian natural gas utility sector and the CGA, and to enthusiastically convey the bright future of the sector as a vital part of the economy and a great place to work. Peers would describe you as a consensus builder, with the ability to develop and maintain highly effective relationships and exercise appropriate political astuteness, in a highly regulated environment, with diverse groups including the Board, members, senior government officials, partners, etc., to achieve mutual goals. Additionally, at minimum, you have working knowledge of economic regulation, regulated utilities, and the natural gas utility sector. Bilingualism in both official languages is an asset.

To apply, please click here:boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/2913 and to learn more about this exciting role with a leading national association, please send your application to Michelle Richard and Collin Ritch at [e-mail] and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.