Director, Corporate Strategy and Sector Policy

Business Unit: Corporate Relations, Engagement and Strategy Shift Work: The successful placement within the range will depend on qualifications, relevant work experience, and other applicable considerations. We are charged with purpose , delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and communities across the province. Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time, overseeing and evolving Ontario’s electricity market, engaging with government, municipalities and Indigenous communities, and planning for Ontario’s future electricity needs.

This is a non-unionized position that falls within the Corporate Relations, Engagement and Strategy business unit. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the organization's strategic direction and drive initiatives that have enterprise-wide impact. Working closely with senior leaders, the role influences corporate strategy, oversees its implementation, and leads high-profile CEO and organizational priorities.

Leading the development and socialization of the Corporate Strategy, working in close partnership with Directors and senior leaders. Leading the development of the Strategy Implementation Plan, including prioritization of strategic initiatives, milestones, performance measures, and implementation approaches. Establish and implement reporting approaches, assess organizational performance against strategic commitments, identify emerging risks and issues, and provide insights and recommendations to support leadership decision-making.

Coordinating and aligning corporate strategy activities with other enterprise planning functions, including business planning, enterprise risk management, enterprise change, procurement, workforce planning, etc. Leading the delivery of CEO-sponsored and strategic initiatives, such as ESG framework, organizational alignment reviews, and other corporate priorities. Direct supporting research, analysis, and project activities; oversee external consultants and contractors where required; Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to team members,



ensuring the effective delivery of corporate strategy, strategy implementation planning, enterprise reporting, and strategic initiatives through clear priorities, performance expectations, and professional development support.

Contribute to developing the approach, methodology, and stakeholder engagement process for the development of the Corporate Strategy and Strategy Implementation Plan. Approve research, analysis, and other work products supporting strategy development, implementation planning, and strategic initiatives. Determine the approach for strategy performance oversight and enterprise reporting.

Lead the selection and management of consultants and contractors supporting strategy or strategic initiative work, in accordance with organizational policies and procurement requirements. Recommend the Corporate Strategy, developed in collaboration with Directors and key stakeholders, for consideration and approval by the Executive Leadership Team and Board. Recommend the Strategy Implementation Plan, including strategic priorities, sequencing of work, performance measures, and resource considerations, for Executive Leadership Team approval.

Recommend enhancements to the Enterprise Planning Framework to strengthen alignment across corporate strategy, business planning, enterprise risk management, enterprise change, workforce planning, procurement, and other enterprise functions. Develop and present recommendations arising from CEO-sponsored and strategic initiatives, including opportunities, risks, implementation approaches, and organizational impacts, for consideration and approval by the CEO and Executive Leadership Team. Provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership on organizational performance, emerging issues, risks, trends,



and opportunities identified through strategy oversight, reporting, and environmental scanning activities.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 12-15+ years of progressively senior experience in government relations, public affairs, strategy, policy, or a related function, preferably within the electricity or broader energy sector. Strong knowledge of the electricity sector, government and regulatory environments, strategic planning and execution, business operations, and financial and budget management. Proven ability to influence and build relationships with senior leaders, and other internal and external stakeholders.

From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunities—including job rotations to broaden your expertise—we empower you to define and shape your own success. Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan. IESO will not conduct interviews or offer positions via online, text, chat or social media platforms.

We will not gather personal information directly from candidates or potential candidates. The IESO currently has a 3-day in-office work week for applicable roles. Over the course of 2026, the IESO will advance plans to acquire additional office space to accommodate more in-office time.

While the timeline for moving to a full 5-day in-office model has not yet been established, we are committed to keeping employees and candidates informed as plans progress and give them as much advance notice as possible to prepare for any changes. At the IESO, we know that achieving excellent results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing, and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment—one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential.

📌 Director, Corporate Strategy and Sector Policy (Toronto)
🏢 Independent Electricity System Operator
📍 Toronto