Advisor, Equity And Inclusion

Advisor, Equity And Inclusion (English Services) (telework/hybrid) Position Title: Advisor, Equity And Inclusion (English Services) (telework/hybrid) Status of Employment: Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term) Work at 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. Whether it is 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. Why We Need You (The Job Purpose) You will be instrumental in driving forward CBC's mandate to reflect all of Canada's diverse voices and communities. This is a critical role that connects our corporate strategy to real, measurable workplace changes. You will help translate our high-level vision into day-to-day impact, driving the execution of our Equity & Inclusion strategy, providing strategic consultation to senior leaders, and ensuring our English Services divisions are building truly inclusive teams and content. We need you to help us measure and achieve ambitious targets, such as increasing diverse representation in leadership and boosting overall inclusion scores. What You’ll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities) Strategy & Coaching: Coaching business unit leaders, influencing their initiatives, and helping them embed inclusion into everyday practices. Action & Policy: Designing, launching, and managing large‑scale programs and policies focused on creating a more representative workforce, developing and structuring clear action plans and ensuring their deployment across the organization. Data & Measurement: Establishing, tracking, and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting data‑driven analysis of demographics, inclusion survey results, and pay equity to identify systemic barriers and demonstrate progress. Learning & Development: Curating, managing, and evaluating engaging learning programs (training and awareness activities) to reinforce a culture of equity & inclusion at all levels. Community & Voice: Acting as an ambassador for CBC, identifying and building lasting partnerships with key external community organizations and vendors central to our mission. What You Bring (Essential Qualifications) University degree in HR, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). 3 to 5 years of applied professional experience dealing with complex equity, diversity, and inclusion issues in a corporate workplace. A recognized EDI certification or designation (e.g., CCDI, Cornell) is preferred. Proven success in leading and implementing large‑scale initiatives that promote diversity, accessibility, and inclusion. Your Expertise Deep, applied understanding of systemic barriers related to race, Indigeneity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, culture and their intersections. Strong project and change management skills, with experience creating measurement frameworks and tracking progress toward EDI goals using real data. Your Style Excellent communicator, facilitator, and mediator comfortable navigating sensitive conversations and building consensus across diverse stakeholder groups. Collaborative, team‑oriented, and proactive leadership style. Ability to listen and empathize with colleagues new to E&I issues, providing supportive guidance regardless of their current level of knowledge. Effective at working independently and as part of a matrixed team. Nice‑to‑Have (Assets) Experience designing and delivering educational programs with vendors or internally. The Logistics Schedule: Full‑time, generally 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Location: Hybrid work arrangement (a mix of in‑person and remote). Travel: Occasional travel within Canada may be necessary. Autonomy: This role carries a high degree of influence, providing functional leadership to working groups and the authority to make key vendor recommendations and final policy suggestions to the Senior Manager. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check, including a mandatory criminal record check. CBC/Radio‑Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That is because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians by having a workforce that mirrors the ever‑changing makeup of our country. As an employer, we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and permeate all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e‑mail to recruitment@cbc.ca. You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to review our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest. Primary Location: Broadcast Centre, 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7 Number of Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Full time #J-18808-Ljbffr