About TAF

TAF is a regional climate agency that invests in low-carbon solutions for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and helps scale them up for broad implementation. We are experienced leaders and collaborate with stakeholders in the private, public and non-profit sectors who have ideas and opportunities for reducing carbon emissions. We advance the most promising concepts by investing, providing grants, influencing policies and running programs. We’re particularly interested in ideas that offer benefits beyond carbon reduction such as improving people’s health, creating new jobs, boosting urban resiliency, and contributing to a fairer society. TAF is a proud member of the Low Carbon Cities Canada (LC3) network.

For the GTHA to be carbon neutral by 2050, much needs to be done, and quickly. TAF staff are focused on enabling the acceleration and scale-up of low-carbon solutions so that we reach that goal. We’re on the leading edge of urban climate change solutions and our work makes a tangible difference. We build meaningful relationships with all kinds of stakeholders – from thought leaders advancing concepts to the people who implement change on the ground. Join our dedicated and collaborative team to contribute to the value and impact of our work.

Applying to work at TAF

We understand that candidates come with different types of experience and backgrounds that might not appear exactly to align with the requirements we’ve listed here. But if you’re excited by this job posting and to work at TAF, and think you’d be a great fit for this position, we encourage you to apply. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply. Our application process asks you to answer a few job-related questions using a platform and process that anonymizes applications and gives applicants the chance to show their skills and fit for the job versus simply evaluating on-paper qualifications. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in the hiring and selection process, please reach out to our People team at jobs@taf.ca.

About TAF’s Director, Clean Transportation

The Director leads TAF’s work to accelerate clean, net-zero transportation across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), providing leadership and guidance to a multi-dimensional and integrated focus area that encompasses program design and delivery, community and stakeholder engagement and support, advocacy, research and impact investing.

TAF’s recent net-zero transportation work has focused on accelerating electric vehicle uptake including by expanding access to affordable, reliable charging. As we advance our strategic priorities, the Director, Clean Transportation will evolve and expand TAF’s work to include other scalable solutions that reduce reliance on high-carbon transportation and achieve co-benefits for the region.

We’re looking for a strategic, systems-minded leader with deep knowledge of sustainable transportation and a track record of turning ideas into action. You’ll lead on a dynamic agenda, work with an integrated team of policy, research, grantmaking and investment professionals to help shape how people and goods move and how the region meets its climate and mobility goals.

What you’ll do:

Clean Transportation Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership on net-zero transportation initiatives, aligning cross-team activities with TAF’s Strategic Directions and performance targets.

• Monitor trends, data, and best practices in transportation decarbonization.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including utilities, governments, community leaders, technical experts, and industry partners.

• Inform TAF’s priorities in transportation-related research, grants, impact investing, and policy.

• Lead fundraising and partnership development for priority initiatives, from opportunity identification to stewardship.

Program Strategy & Execution

• Design and lead programs and projects that incorporate innovative and multi-solving approaches.

• Collaborate with the Policy team to track developments and advance policy positions and advocacy strategies.

• Develop and manage budgets to ensure effective use of internal and external resources.

• Oversee operational needs in collaboration with the Operations team.

• Monitor and evaluate initiatives to capture outcomes, inform strategy, and support continuous improvement.

Communications & Influence

• Seek out opportunities for thought-leadership.

• Represent TAF in public, media, and stakeholder settings as a spokesperson on sustainable transportation.

• Collaborate with the Communications & Campaigns team to develop content and messaging to support net-zero transportation goals.

• Author blogs, briefs, and reports; contribute to campaigns and events.

• Share insights internally and externally to build knowledge and capacity across the sector.

People & Team Leadership

• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams working on transportation initiatives.

• Supervise staff, guide workplans, and support performance and development.

• Coordinate procurement and manage external contractors and consultants.

• Ensure strong alignment with other TAF programs and teams to maximize collective impact.

Organizational Excellence

• Contribute to TAF’s culture of collaboration, innovation, and impact.

• Participate in organizational planning, working groups, and staff-wide activities.

• Foster integration and coordination across departments to support shared goals. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities we’re looking for:

• Education and experience: A degree in a relevant field (e.g. public policy, environmental studies, business administration), and at least seven years of progressive experience leading complex projects and managing people. Equivalent experience and non-traditional pathways are welcomed.

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that drive impact, working effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Sustainability and Innovation Expertise: Solid knowledge of climate action, sustainability solutions, and emerging technologies, with a strong understanding of how they apply in real-world contexts. Expertise in sustainable transportation, mobility, or vehicle electrification—and how these intersect with broader climate strategies—is a significant asset.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging, building and maintaining productive relationships with government agencies, community organizations, funders and investors, and other industry partners.

• Program and Project Management: Strong skills in designing and overseeing large-scale initiatives, securing funding, managing budgets, and achieving measurable outcomes.

• Policy and Systems Thinking: Ability to analyze policies, regulations, social and market dynamics to drive meaningful change.

• Communication and Influence: Clear and confident communication skills, including public speaking, writing, and representing the organization in a variety of settings.

What we offer:

The starting annual salary range for this role is $134,000 to $140,000. We use an established pay grid and follow a consistent an equitable approach to compensation to ensure fairness across our team and equal pay for equal work. Candidates whose experience and qualifications exceed the listed requirements may be offered a starting salary at the higher end of the posted range.

Beyond salary, TAF offers rewards that support your well-being and success:

• Other cash compensation

  • Quarterly retirement savings contributions after three months.

  • Home office setup support.

  • $1,040 stipend (paid biweekly in installments of $40) to support cellphone and internet expenses.

• Paid time off:

  • 15 vacation days per year to start.

  • Up to 15 personal leave days per year for your well-being, including physical and mental health, family responsibilities, cultural observances, and important appointments.

  • TAF-wide office closures on 14 City-designated and statutory holidays (includes Easter Monday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and Remembrance Day), plus a winter break between Boxing Day and New Years’ Day (3 business days).

• Health & wellness benefits (begins after completion of three-month probationary period):

  • Comprehensive, employer-paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependants.

  • Employer-paid life insurance with optional enhanced coverage.

  • Employee-paid long term disability insurance with optional enhanced coverage.

  • Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being support and resources.

• Professional development support

  • Access financial support and paid time off to pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities.

  • Engage in team-wide training sessions and learning opportunities that support professional development and personal growth.

Why you’ll love being a part of the TAF team:

• Hybrid, flexible work model:

  • Spend an average of two days per week in our downtown Toronto office, making the most of in-person time to connect with your team, solve problems together, and build shared understanding.

  • Work from your virtual office – whether that’s your home or another quiet, reliable space – on days that you’re not in the TAF office.

  • Follow a regular Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm schedule, with flexibility to adjust hours in consultation with your supervisor to support personal needs and responsibilities

  • Occasional travel-based remote work is possible, within limits that support fairness and ensure team coverage.

• Purpose-driven work:

  • Contribute directly to reducing carbon emissions, improving public health, creating green jobs, boosting urban resiliency, and advancing social equity in the GTHA.

  • Gain direct exposure and opportunity to advance climate action with partners and stakeholders across sectors and municipalities in the GTHA.

• Impact & inclusion:

  • Contribute to the future direction of TAF by having a voice in annual and strategic planning processes.

  • Work in an environment that values openness and inclusivity, supported by a staff-led Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Working Group.

  • Participate in staff socials and lunches, picnics, and many other activities.

 Application process:

Start your application by clicking on the yellow button on the top right of this page.

You’ll upload your resume (no cover letter is required) and answer a few questions related to your relevant experience and day-to-day responsibilities. You can complete it at your own pace; you'll receive a direct link to your application, allowing you to come back and edit your responses until you click submit.

After the job closes, your answers will go through our de-biased sift process: all responses are anonymized, randomized, and scored by our team. We’ll also screen for AI-generated content (such as ChatGPT), and candidates who appear to have used these tools inappropriately will not move forward in the hiring process.

To help us track the diversity of our candidate pool, we ask for demographic information. The details you provide are confidential, not tied to your application, and will not be seen by the hiring team.

 If your answers score in the top 10 - 20% of applicants, we’ll review your resume. While we value your resume, we place more emphasis on your responses to the sift questions than on your on-paper qualifications.

 If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you for an in-person interview at our Toronto office (virtual interviews can be accommodated on request). After that, top candidates will complete a technical assessment and participate in a second interview. In the final stage, the TAF hiring manager will connect with your professional references to hear about what it’s like working with you from your past colleagues.

Depending on the volume and quality of applications received, we may introduce an additional step. We anticipate the process will take about six weeks from the closing date to making a hiring decision. Whether you are successful or not, you will hear back from us once the process is complete. We appreciate your interest in applying to work at TAF!