About The Company
The
Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) is the primary public electricity utility serving the Northwest Territories and plays a critical role in supporting the territory's economic development, community well-being, and energy security. As a crown corporation wholly owned by the Government of the Northwest Territories through NT Hydro, NTPC is responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity across one of the most geographically vast and operationally challenging jurisdictions in North America. The organization provides power to more than 43,000 residents across 27 communities and manages a diverse portfolio of hydroelectric, diesel, natural gas, solar, wind, and battery storage assets. With more than $650 million in assets and approximately 151 MW of generating capacity, NTPC operates a geographically dispersed and operationally diverse utility system across the Northwest Territories.
For more information, please download the full position profile: NTPC CFO Position Profile.pdf
Position Overview
The ideal candidate is an accomplished executive with a proven track record leading finance, treasury, risk management, regulatory affairs, and capital planning functions within large, complex, and highly regulated organizations. Experience within the utility, energy, infrastructure, natural resources, transportation, or broader public-sector sectors will be highly valued. They will bring deep expertise in long-term financial planning, capital allocation, enterprise risk management, and organizational performance, alongside a demonstrated ability to support critical investment decisions where commercial outcomes, public accountability, and long-term sustainability must be carefully balanced.
The successful candidate will possess the strategic perspective and business judgment required to help guide NTPC through a period of infrastructure renewal, energy transition, and economic development across the Northwest Territories. As a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and the Audit & Risk Committee, they will bring the credibility to navigate complex relationships with government, regulators, Indigenous governments, lenders, and other key stakeholders.
They will be equally comfortable evaluating major capital projects, supporting regulatory and rate-setting processes, identifying new business opportunities, and helping shape the Corporation's long-term strategic direction. As a leader, the preferred candidate will build strong teams, develop future leaders, and create an environment characterized by accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
With exceptional communication skills and executive presence, they will confidently represent NTPC in boardrooms, government forums, regulatory proceedings, and stakeholder engagements. Above all, they will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization whose success directly supports the energy security, economic prosperity, and long-term sustainability of communities across the Northwest Territories.
Education And Experience Requirements
Education and Professional Background
- CPA designation, MBA, or other relevant postgraduate degree.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
- Extensive management and supervisory experience, preferably within a utility or similarly complex operating environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading financial management functions, including planning, reporting, analysis, and performance oversight.
- Experience working effectively with executive leadership teams, regional leaders, and diverse stakeholder groups.
WORK ARRANGEMENT
The role is based at NTPC’s head office in Hay River and requires a visible leadership presence within the organization and community. Travel to Yellowknife, regional plants, offices and communities throughout the Northwest Territories will be required.
The position requires visits to regional and area plant and office locations, which may involve travel in small aircraft and the possibility of extended travel due to weather conditions. Work pressures and demands often require work outside of normal office hours. In this role, you must maintain the confidentiality of all Corporation information that comes to the incumbent’s attention as a result of their employment with the Northwest Territories Power Corporation.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
We welcome conversations with individuals interested in learning more about this unique leadership opportunity. To explore the role in confidence, please contact a member of our Executive Search team at MNP.
To apply, please submit a résumé and cover letter in confidence through MNP's online application portal or directly to the contacts below. All inquiries and applications will be managed through MNP to ensure a fair, confidential, and consistent recruitment process.
The Northwest Territories Power Corporation is committed to building a representative workforce and values the contributions of Indigenous peoples. Qualified Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self-identify during the application process and may be eligible for consideration under NTPC's Indigenous Employment Policy.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.
Leo McPeak, Senior Manager Email: leo.mcpeak@mnp.ca
Kam Ketler, Senior Consultant Email: kam.ketler@mnp.ca
