Coordinator - Acquisitions, Programming and Distribution (English Services)

Position Title:Coordinator
- Acquisitions, Programming and Distribution (English Services)Status of Employment:Contractee Long-Term (Fixed Term)Position Language Requirement:EnglishLanguage

Skills:
English (Reading
- B
- Intermediate), English (Speaking
- B
- Intermediate), English (Writing
- B
- Intermediate)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.Unposting Date:2026-09-30 11:59 PM### Position SummaryCBC Sports is seeking an organized and proactive Acquisitions & Programming Coordinator to join our team. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of CBC Sports, you will be the core operational pivot point for contract administration and compliance. In this role, you will take ownership of contracts once initial deals are finalized by the Senior Director. You will act as the primary operational contact for international, national and local sporting organizations to manage and resolve issues, while collaborating with key internal departments such as Legal and Communications to ensure alignment and secure organizational buy-in. You will also monitor the digital and broadcast event scheduling and track contract execution to ensure compliance across all of our streaming and broadcast platforms.

Key Responsibilities
## Contract Lifecycle AdministrationYou will act as the central administrator for contracts and agreements with international, national and local sporting organizations. Your responsibilities will include:
* Active and Archived Tracking: Set up, update, and maintain a highly organized, comprehensive tracking database of all active and archived sports acquisition and programming contracts.
* Contract Construction: Construct and prepare standard individual contracts and agreements utilizing established templates, ensuring rigorous compliance with Corporate guidelines and legal precedents.
* Database Maintenance: Adapt internal databases to changing contractual and programming requirements, compile specialized administrative reports, and advise internal users on how to maximize system benefits.## Compliance, Execution & Broadcast TrackingYou will serve as the first line of review for ensuring that CBC Sports' live broadcasts and streaming events align fully with legal obligations:
* Execution Auditing: Track the execution of broadcast and digital streaming contracts. Regularly audit programming schedules, telecast logs, and stream performance to guarantee compliance with executed contract terms.
* Discrepancy Resolution: Examine telecast confirmations, activity logs to identify and independently resolve discrepancies, mismatches, or schedule errors. Recommend corrective actions or escalate to appropriate authority.## Relationship & Stakeholder CommunicationsYou will be a key communicator representing CBC Sports both internally and externally:
* External Partner Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for external sporting organizations (both national and local) post-deal execution. Troubleshoot routine administrative or partnership issues and resolve conflicts independently within established operational guidelines.
* Internal Alignment: Proactively communicate with key internal stakeholders, including the Legal department and Corporate Communications, to keep them apprised of contract statuses, compile organizational feedback, and secure necessary buy-in.## Scheduling & Broadcast Support* Event Programming & Scheduling: Coordinate and input schedules for sports events across digital streaming and television broadcast platforms. Assist in preparing on-air schedules, telecast confirmations in compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.Qualifications & Requirements*

Education:
Graduation from a Community College or equivalent is required.
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Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years of directly related administrative, contract coordination, or programming logistics experience, preferably within a broadcast media or sports administration environment.
* Contract Literacy: Proven ability to read, interpret, draft, and track standard contracts and templates, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
* Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills to build collaborative relationships with external sports organizations, and work cross-functionally with internal legal, finance, and communications teams.
* Database & Analytical

Skills:
Advanced capability to set up, update, and aud