Communications Officer

Position Title: Communications Officer (English Services) (Telework / Hybrid) Status of Employment: Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term) Position Language Requirement: Language Skills: Work at CBC / Radio-Canada 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. 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. This role offers the possibility of full‑time telework or hybrid. Work schedule to be discussed with the hiring Manager according to the guidelines defined by the department. Please note that this position is temporary for 12 months. Your role Researches, writes, edits and distributes communications materials in support of CBC Radio Television and New Media. Works with both internal and external clients to provide all necessary information in support of marketing, public relations and employee communications activities. Work must conform to and respect CBC program and journalistic policies, standards and practices as well as the ethics related to advertising standards. There is a requirement for initiative and creativity but an important requirement to demonstrate judgment and consistency. Key Tasks Researches, gathers, prepares and produces packages; distributes and/or presents material for internal and/or external communications activities. Researches, writes and/or edits communications material including program listings and information notes, staff newsletters, news releases, biographies, promotions, fact sheets, speeches, and letters. Coordinates approval and translation of materials when required. Researches information regarding special projects, new initiatives and administrative matters. Write official responses to a broad range of audience enquiries and reactions. Ensure that all correspondence is answered in a timely and accurate manner, consistent with key messages developed within the Communications department. Consults with executives, senior programming and communications management and others as necessary to research and prepare responses to controversial and/or difficult issues. Write, assemble schedule and report on public service announcements and on‑air radio promotional material. Education Required Job requires graduation from community college with a diploma or certificate in Public Relations or Communications or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience Required Three years direct experience that demonstrates superior writing, editing and proofreading skills. Working knowledge of a wide range of communications and marketing materials. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines. Demonstrated connection to and knowledge of Indigenous cultures and communities and of the North. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. We thank all applicants for their interest but 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. This includes a mandatory criminal record check. Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position. CBC / Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s 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. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued but also extend to and pervade 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. 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. If, because of your hiring, it constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest, it will be important to inform us as quickly as possible. Primary Location: 5002 Forrest Drive, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories X1A 2A9 #J-18808-Ljbffr