DIGITAL ADVISOR at Manitoba Hydro

Digital Advisor

Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.

Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and

community.

• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2-week period), depending on

nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Digital Director, the Digital Advisor is responsible for leading strategic initiatives to advance the organization's digital
maturity and capabilities. This role identifies emerging digital opportunities and collaborates with the Director to shape the Division's
vision, strategy, and objectives, also acting as a bridge between the Director and the Digital leadership team. Supporting the
development and execution of digital strategies aligned to corporate goals, this role embeds best practices from enterprise
architecture, governance, data management, product management, and digital enablement to ensure sustainable progress. Given
the nature of the role, a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality is required in all interactions on behalf of the Director.

Key to success in this role is researching and proposing enterprise-level digital strategies and the ability to build cross-functional
relationships, advance digital initiatives, and advise others in digital strategies. Success also comes from the ability to vision, design,
and deploy new capabilities, ensuring alignment to the Digital Director's vision. This role demands strong business acumen and
in-depth knowledge of Manitoba Hydro's systems, data, and processes as well as someone who possesses technical expertise in
areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital Workplace, Product Management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Artificial
Intelligence (AI).

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of enterprise digital strategies that evolve service delivery and unlock business

value through emerging technologies such as Data & Analytics, GIS/Geospatial, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Foster the design and adoption of enterprise digital frameworks that empower leadership and employees to make informed

decisions using data and technology.

• Provide strategic advice, stewardship, governance, and project management support to the Digital Director in pursuit of

Enterprise, Business Unit, and Divisional goals.

• Support the achievement of Business Unit objectives and timelines by proactively identifying risks and integration challenges

and advising the Director accordingly.

• Maintain an evergreen view of the Digital Division's portfolio of work to support prioritization, resource planning, and strategic

alignment.

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with Digital Division leaders and teams to collaboratively assess demand

relative to resource capacity and organizational priorities.

• Support the development and reporting of key financial and performance indicators, driving a culture of continuous

improvement and data-informed decision-making.

• Promote the value and impact of digital initiatives through storytelling, performance reporting, and the creation of success

narratives that demonstrate business outcomes.

• Prepare speaking notes, reports, presentations, and briefings for the Digital Director to support strategic communications and

decision-making.

• Ensure consistent and purpose-driven stakeholder engagement and communications to mitigate risks associated with

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information gaps or misalignment.

• Coordinate responses to internal and external audits and assessments related to digital initiatives and governance.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications to develop and execute a Digital communications plan that informs and engages

internal and external audiences.

• Liaise with external utilities, agencies, and government partners to build relationships, exchange best practices, and support

strategic collaboration.

• Represent the Director at meetings and committees as required, ensuring alignment and continuity of strategic direction.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a four-year degree program from an institute of recognized standing in a related discipline (business,

technology) plus six years directly related experience,
OR

• Completion of a two-year diploma from an institute of recognized standing in a related discipline (business, technology)

plus eight years directly related experience,
OR

• an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Knowledge of trends and developments in the fields of Digital Workplace, Automation, AI, GIS, and Data and Analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and evaluate strategies, frameworks, initiatives, and programs using business case analysis

and documentation, including Organizational Change Management (OCM) capabilities to assist with successful buy-in and
implementation.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully contribute to complex initiatives, projects, and teams across a variety of different

business areas.

• Industry-specific knowledge of data and digital applications architecture, security protocols, policies, and regulations, and

data, information, and records management would be an asset.

• Superior interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with

staff throughout the enterprise.

• Strong commitment to understanding and supporting the needs of Manitoba Hydro's customers and its employees and

identifying opportunities to bring value through the application of digital tools and solutions to address them.

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills; a problem solver who is comfortable being hands-on or facilitating and implementing

process improvement initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups.

• Certification in a change management framework such as PROSCI is considered an asset.
• Lean/Six Sigma designation is considered an asset.
• Excellent presentation skills especially with executive and senior leadership audiences.
• Demonstrated experience providing support for Director-level requirements in strategic planning, divisional representation,

managing relationships, and communication plan development.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $51.34-$70.34 Hourly,
$98,380.88-$134,784.78 Annually.

Apply Now!

Ready to join a team that energizes Manitoba and puts safety, innovation, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do? Visit
www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.

Application deadline: DECEMBER 1, 2025.

We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection
process will be contacted.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or need this posting in an accessible format, please let us
know—we're committed to a barrier-free experience for all candidates.

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